For the 2024-25 school year, there are 8 public middle schools serving 3,355 students in 85008, AZ.
The top ranked public middle schools in 85008, AZ are Sonoran Science Academy - Phoenix, Papago School and Wilson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 85008 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Arizona public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 85008, AZ have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public middle school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85008, AZ Public Middle Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sonoran Science Academy - Phoenix
Magnet School
Charter School
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
| 380 students
Rank: #22.
Papago School
Magnet 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
| 822 students
Rank: #33.
Wilson Elementary School
Magnet 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
| 582 students
Rank: #44.
Balsz Online Academy (B.o.a.)
Magnet School
(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
| 42 students
Rank: #55.
Pat Tillman Middle School
Magnet 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: 6-8
| 652 students
Rank: #66.
The Creighton Academy
Magnet School
(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
| 334 students
Rank: #77.
Gateway School
Magnet 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
| 543 students
Rank: n/an/a
Nueva Vista School / Arizona State Hospital
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet 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
85008, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Academy Of Excellence (Closed 2023)
Charter School
425 North 36th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 389-4271
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 389-4271
Grades: K-8
| 83 students
Create Academy (Closed 2023)
Charter School
2645 N 24th St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 710-1101
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 710-1101
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
5048 East Oak St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6800
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6800
Grades: 7-8
| 472 students
Pinnacle Education Inc. - Day Star Academy (Closed 2009)
Charter School
2030 North 36th St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(480) 755-8222
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(480) 755-8222
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Starshine Academy (Closed 2023)
Charter School
3535 East Mcdowell Road
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 957-9557
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 957-9557
Grades: K-12
| 93 students
Vicki A. Romero High School (Closed 2013)
Charter School
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 middle schools in 85008, AZ?
The top ranked public middle schools in 85008, AZ include Sonoran Science Academy - Phoenix, Papago School and Wilson Elementary School.
How many public middle schools are located in 85008?
8 public middle schools are located in 85008.
What is the racial composition of students in 85008?
85008 public middle schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public middle schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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