For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 5,713 students in 85004, AZ.
The top ranked public high schools in 85004, AZ are Phoenix Union Bioscience High School, Arizona School For The Arts and Genesis Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 85004 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Arizona public high school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 45% statewide average). High schools in 85004, AZ have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 85004 have a Graduation Rate of 67%, which is less than the Arizona average of 77%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Arizona School For The Arts, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arizona or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Arizona public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85004, AZ Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Phoenix Union Bioscience High School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
512 E Pierce St
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 764-5600
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 764-5600
Grades: 9-12
| 392 students
Rank: #22.
Arizona School For The Arts
Charter School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1410 N 3rd St
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 257-1444
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 257-1444
Grades: 5-12
| 759 students
Rank: #33.
Genesis Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
525 E Mcdowell Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 254-8090
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 254-8090
Grades: 9-12
| 63 students
Rank: #44.
Arizona Virtual Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
99 E Virginia Ave Ste 200
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 476-1320
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 476-1320
Grades: K-12
| 4,499 students
85004, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1837 N. Central Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 340-1100
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 340-1100
Grades: K-11
| 214 students
1875 N Central
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 405-9143
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 405-9143
Grades: K-8
| 25 students
New World Online Charter (Closed 2014)
Charter School
5818 North 7th St
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 238-9577
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 238-9577
Grades: 9-12
| 53 students
Phoenix Day (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
115 E. Tonto
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 252-4911
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 252-4911
Grades: K
| 17 students
1875 North Central Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(623) 332-5478
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(623) 332-5478
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
518 South 3rd St
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 254-5921
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 254-5921
Grades: 11-12
| 4 students
Tutor Time Charter School - Ahwatukee (Closed 2006)
Charter School
2400 N. Central Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 200-9100
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 200-9100
Grades: K-6
| 17 students
Tutor Time Charter School - E Gilbert (Closed 2006)
Charter School
2400 N. Central Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 200-9100
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 200-9100
Grades: K-1
| 36 students
Tutor Time Charter School - Fountain Hills (Closed 2006)
Charter School
2400 N. Central Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 200-9100
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 200-9100
Grades: K-1
| 17 students
Tutor Time Charter School - Grayhawk (Closed 2005)
Charter School
2400 N. Central Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 200-9100
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 200-9100
Grades: K-1
| 10 students
Tutor Time Charter School - Mesa (Closed 2006)
Charter School
2400 N. Central Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 200-9100
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 200-9100
Grades: K-2
| 18 students
Tutor Time Charter School - Nw Phoenix (Closed 2006)
Charter School
2400 N. Central Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 200-9100
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 200-9100
Grades: K-2
| 23 students
Tutor Time Charter School - Tempe (Closed 2023)
Charter School
2400 N. Central Ave. 101
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 200-9800
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 200-9800
Grades: K-6
| 10 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 85004, AZ?
The top ranked public high schools in 85004, AZ include Phoenix Union Bioscience High School, Arizona School For The Arts and Genesis Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 85004?
4 public high schools are located in 85004.
What is the racial composition of students in 85004?
85004 public high schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Arizona public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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