For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,958 students in 85209, AZ.
The top ranked public high schools in 85209, AZ are Desert Ridge High School, Evit - Desert Ridge High School and Astravo Online Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 85209 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Arizona public high school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 45% statewide average). High schools in 85209, AZ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arizona public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 85209 have a Graduation Rate of 81%, which is more than the Arizona average of 77%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Desert Ridge High School, with 91% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arizona or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85209, AZ Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Desert Ridge High School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10045 E Madero Ave
Mesa, AZ 85209
(480) 984-8947
Mesa, AZ 85209
(480) 984-8947
Grades: 8-12
| 2,222 students
Rank: #22.
Evit - Desert Ridge High School
Vocational School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 49% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10045 E Madero Ave
Mesa, AZ 85209
(480) 461-4000
Mesa, AZ 85209
(480) 461-4000
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: #33.
Astravo Online Academy
Charter School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2500 S Power Rd Ste 215, Ste 2
Mesa, AZ 85209
(602) 641-8254
Mesa, AZ 85209
(602) 641-8254
Grades: K-12
| 736 students
85209, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Astravo Online Academy (Closed 2021)
Charter School
2500 S Power Rd Ste 215
Mesa, AZ 85209
(602) 641-8254
Mesa, AZ 85209
(602) 641-8254
Grades: K-12
| 624 students
7301 E. Baseline Road
Mesa, AZ 85209
(480) 986-2335
Mesa, AZ 85209
(480) 986-2335
Grades: K-6
| 1,205 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 85209, AZ?
The top ranked public high schools in 85209, AZ include Desert Ridge High School, Evit - Desert Ridge High School and Astravo Online Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 85209?
3 public high schools are located in 85209.
What is the racial composition of students in 85209?
85209 public high schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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