For the 2024-25 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 4,058 students in 85012, AZ (there are 7 private schools, serving 3,961 private students). 51% of all K-12 students in 85012, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 85012, AZ are Arizona Agribusiness & Equine Center - Estrella, Basis Phoenix Central Primary and Phoenix Coding Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85012 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Arizona public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85012, AZ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85012, AZ Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Arizona Agribusiness & Equine Center - Estrella
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3400 Dysart Rd, Bldgs A-d
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(623) 535-0754
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(623) 535-0754
Grades: 9-12
| 412 students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Basis Phoenix Central Primary
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
201 E Indianola Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 559-5399
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 559-5399
Grades: K-5
| 429 students
Rank: #33.
Phoenix Coding Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4445 N Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 764-5700
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 764-5700
Grades: 9-12
| 276 students
Rank: #44.
Arizona Agribusiness & Equine Center Inc. - Prescott Valley
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 65-69% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7500 E Civic Cir
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(928) 775-3200
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(928) 775-3200
Grades: 9-12
| 340 students
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Aaec Online
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1440 S Longhorn
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(480) 222-3999
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(480) 222-3999
Grades: 9-12
| 59 students
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Arizona Agribusiness & Equine Center Inc. - Mesa
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1440 S Longmore
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(480) 222-3999
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(480) 222-3999
Grades: 9-12
| 103 students
Rank: #77.
Aaec - Smcc Campus
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2002 E Baseline Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 323-9890
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 323-9890
Grades: 9-12
| 486 students
Rank: #88.
Central High School
Magnet School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4525 N Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 764-7500
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 764-7500
Grades: 9-12
| 1,901 students
Rank: n/an/a
Aaec Show Low
Charter School
1152 School House Ln
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 297-8500
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 297-8500
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
4525 N Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 764-1051
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 764-1051
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Pxu City
Magnet School
4502 N Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 764-1100
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 764-1100
Grades: 9-12
| 52 students
85012, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2165 N Power Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(480) 854-1504
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(480) 854-1504
Grades: 9-12
| 126 students
Dove Academy College Preparatory (Closed 2007)
Charter School
4530 N. Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 234-2130
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 234-2130
Grades: K-9
| 186 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 85012, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in 85012, AZ include Arizona Agribusiness & Equine Center - Estrella, Basis Phoenix Central Primary and Phoenix Coding Academy.
How many public schools are located in 85012?
11 public schools are located in 85012.
What percentage of students in 85012 go to public school?
51% of all K-12 students in 85012 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85012?
85012 public schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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