For the 2024-25 school year, there are 8 public high schools serving 3,629 students in 85012, AZ.
The top ranked public high schools in 85012, AZ are Arizona Agribusiness & Equine Center - Estrella, Phoenix Coding Academy and Arizona Agribusiness & Equine Center Inc. - Prescott Valley. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 85012 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Arizona public high school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 45% statewide average). High schools in 85012, AZ have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 85012 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is more than the Arizona average of 77%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Aaec - Smcc Campus, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arizona or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public high school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85012, AZ Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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: #33.
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: #4 - 54. - 5.
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: #4 - 54. - 5.
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: #66.
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: #77.
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
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 high schools in 85012, AZ?
The top ranked public high schools in 85012, AZ include Arizona Agribusiness & Equine Center - Estrella, Phoenix Coding Academy and Arizona Agribusiness & Equine Center Inc. - Prescott Valley.
How many public high schools are located in 85012?
8 public high schools are located in 85012.
What is the racial composition of students in 85012?
85012 public high schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public high schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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