For the 2024-25 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 5,654 students in 85202, AZ (there are 2 private schools, serving 265 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 85202, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 85202, AZ are Franklin At Alma Elementary School, Dobson High School and Evit - Dobson High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85202 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Arizona public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85202, AZ have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85202, AZ Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Franklin At Alma Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1313 W. Medina Ave
Mesa, AZ 85202
(480) 472-3900
Mesa, AZ 85202
(480) 472-3900
Grades: PK-8
| 341 students
Rank: #22.
Dobson High School
Magnet School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1501 W Guadalupe Rd
Mesa, AZ 85202
(480) 472-3000
Mesa, AZ 85202
(480) 472-3000
Grades: 9-12
| 2,370 students
Rank: #33.
Evit - Dobson High School
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1501 W Guadalupe Rd
Mesa, AZ 85202
(480) 461-4000
Mesa, AZ 85202
(480) 461-4000
Grades: 9-12
| 2 students
Rank: #44.
Eagleridge Enrichment Program
Magnet School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1313 W Medina Ave
Mesa, AZ 85202
(480) 472-3686
Mesa, AZ 85202
(480) 472-3686
Grades: K-9
| 644 students
Rank: #55.
Washington Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2260 W Isabella Ave
Mesa, AZ 85202
(480) 472-4100
Mesa, AZ 85202
(480) 472-4100
Grades: PK-6
| 460 students
Rank: #66.
Adams Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
738 S Longmore
Mesa, AZ 85202
(480) 472-4300
Mesa, AZ 85202
(480) 472-4300
Grades: PK-6
| 629 students
Rank: #77.
Roosevelt Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
828 S Valencia
Mesa, AZ 85202
(480) 472-4205
Mesa, AZ 85202
(480) 472-4205
Grades: PK-6
| 529 students
Rank: #88.
Rhodes Junior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1860 S Longmore
Mesa, AZ 85202
(480) 472-2300
Mesa, AZ 85202
(480) 472-2300
Grades: 7-9
| 679 students
85202, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1313 W Medina
Mesa, AZ 85202
(480) 472-0200
Mesa, AZ 85202
(480) 472-0200
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
Evit - Rhodes Junior High School (Closed 2023)
Vocational School
1860 S. Longmore
Mesa, AZ 85202
(480) 472-2300
Mesa, AZ 85202
(480) 472-2300
Grades: 9
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 85202, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in 85202, AZ include Franklin At Alma Elementary School, Dobson High School and Evit - Dobson High School.
How many public schools are located in 85202?
8 public schools are located in 85202.
What percentage of students in 85202 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 85202 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85202?
85202 public schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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