For the 2025 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 5,510 students in 85008, AZ (there are 4 private schools, serving 754 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 85008, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 85008, AZ are Phoenix Union-wilson College Preparatory, Sonoran Science Academy - Phoenix and David Crockett Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85008 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Arizona public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85008, AZ have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85008, AZ Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Phoenix Union-wilson College Preparatory
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3005 E Fillmore St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 764-9600
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 764-9600
Grades: 9-12
| 201 students
Rank: #22.
Sonoran Science Academy - Phoenix
Charter School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4837 E Mcdowell Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 244-9855
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 244-9855
Grades: K-12
| 452 students
Rank: #33.
David Crockett Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
501 N 36th St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6600
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6600
Grades: PK-6
| 517 students
Rank: #44.
Wilson Primary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
415 N 30th St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 683-2500
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 683-2500
Grades: PK-3
| 464 students
Rank: #55.
Papago School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2013 N 36th St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 381-6100
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 381-6100
Grades: PK-8
| 813 students
Rank: #66.
Wilson Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2929 E Fillmore St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 683-2400
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 683-2400
Grades: 4-8
| 511 students
Rank: #77.
Griffith Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4505 E Palm Ln
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6700
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6700
Grades: PK-6
| 446 students
Rank: #88.
Balsz Online Academy (B.o.a.)
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4825 E Roosevelt St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6400
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6400
Grades: K-8
| 29 students
Rank: #99.
Pat Tillman Middle School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4309 E Belleview Street
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6500
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6500
Grades: PK-8
| 636 students
Rank: #1010.
The Creighton Academy
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2802 E. Mcdowell Roaad
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 381-6060
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 381-6060
Grades: PK-8
| 447 students
Rank: #1111.
Gateway School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1100 N 35th St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 381-4665
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 381-4665
Grades: PK-8
| 530 students
Rank: #1212.
Brunson-lee Elementary School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1350 N 48th St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6900
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6900
Grades: PK-6
| 431 students
Rank: n/an/a
Nueva Vista School / Arizona State Hospital
Special Education School
2500 E Van Buren St # G1181
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 244-1331
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 244-1331
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Orangedale Early Learning Center
Special Education School
5048 E Oak St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6800
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6800
Grades: PK
| 33 students
85008, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
425 North 36th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 389-4271
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 389-4271
Grades: K-8
| 83 students
5048 East Oak St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6800
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6800
Grades: 7-8
| 472 students
2030 North 36th St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(480) 755-8222
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(480) 755-8222
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
3535 East Mcdowell Road
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 957-9557
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 957-9557
Grades: K-12
| 93 students
3005 East Fillmore St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 850-2600
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 850-2600
Grades: 9-12
| 302 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 85008, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in 85008, AZ include Phoenix Union-wilson College Preparatory, Sonoran Science Academy - Phoenix and David Crockett Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 85008?
14 public schools are located in 85008.
What percentage of students in 85008 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 85008 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85008?
85008 public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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