For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,420 students in 85208, AZ.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 85208, AZ are Patterson Elementary School, Brinton Elementary School and Jefferson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 85208 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 85208, AZ have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85208, AZ Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Patterson Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
615 S Cheshire
Mesa, AZ 85208
(480) 472-9700
Mesa, AZ 85208
(480) 472-9700
Grades: PK-6
| 742 students
Rank: #22.
Brinton Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
11455 E Sunland Ave
Mesa, AZ 85208
(480) 472-4075
Mesa, AZ 85208
(480) 472-4075
Grades: PK-6
| 454 students
Rank: #33.
Jefferson Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
120 S Jefferson Ave
Mesa, AZ 85208
(480) 472-8703
Mesa, AZ 85208
(480) 472-8703
Grades: PK-6
| 556 students
Rank: #44.
Stevenson Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
638 S 96th St
Mesa, AZ 85208
(480) 472-9000
Mesa, AZ 85208
(480) 472-9000
Grades: PK-6
| 668 students
85208, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
10222 E. Southern Ave.
Mesa, AZ 85208
(480) 472-9650
Mesa, AZ 85208
(480) 472-9650
Grades: 7-12
| 70 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 85208, AZ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 85208, AZ include Patterson Elementary School, Brinton Elementary School and Jefferson Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 85208?
4 public elementary schools are located in 85208.
What is the racial composition of students in 85208?
85208 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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