For the 2024-25 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 6,352 students in 85015, AZ (there are 3 private schools, serving 1,214 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 85015, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 85015, AZ are Midtown Primary School, Empower College Prep High School and Metro Tech High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85015 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Arizona public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85015, AZ have an average ranking of 2/10, 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 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85015, AZ Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Midtown Primary School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4735 N 19th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 265-5133
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 265-5133
Grades: K-5
| 108 students
Rank: #22.
Empower College Prep High School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2411 W Colter St
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 283-5720
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 283-5720
Grades: 9-12
| 374 students
Rank: #33.
Metro Tech High School
Magnet School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1900 W Thomas Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 764-8000
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 764-8000
Grades: 9-12
| 1,804 students
Rank: #44.
Maryland Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6503 N 21st Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 347-2300
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 347-2300
Grades: PK-8
| 554 students
Rank: #55.
Empower College Prep
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2411 W Colter St
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 283-5720
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 283-5720
Grades: K-8
| 673 students
Rank: #66.
Casa Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1500 W Maryland Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 892-5022
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 892-5022
Grades: K-5
| 281 students
Rank: #77.
Maie Bartlett Heard School
Magnet School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2301 W Thomas Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 257-3880
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 257-3880
Grades: PK-8
| 422 students
Rank: #88.
Westwood Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4711 N 23rd Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 242-2442
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 242-2442
Grades: K-5
| 805 students
Rank: #99.
Imagine Camelback Middle School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5050 N. 19th Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 344-4620
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 344-4620
Grades: 6-8
| 161 students
Rank: #1010.
Linda Abril Educational Academy
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3000 N 19th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 764-0050
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 764-0050
Grades: 10-12
| 277 students
Rank: #1111.
Solano School
Magnet School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1526 W Missouri Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 707-2600
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 707-2600
Grades: PK-8
| 443 students
Rank: #1212.
Choice Learning Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5330 N 23rd Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 246-0699
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 246-0699
Grades: 6-8
| 450 students
85015, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Academy Of Arizona - Main (Closed 2011)
Charter School
2100 West Indian School Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 274-0422
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 274-0422
Grades: K-8
| n/a students
Ace Elementary School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
2301 West Thomas Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 257-3790
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 257-3790
Grades: K-8
| n/a students
Omega University High School (Closed 2006)
Charter School
1951 W. Camelback, Suite 325
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 242-1480
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 242-1480
Grades: 9-12
| 14 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 85015, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in 85015, AZ include Midtown Primary School, Empower College Prep High School and Metro Tech High School.
How many public schools are located in 85015?
12 public schools are located in 85015.
What percentage of students in 85015 go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in 85015 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85015?
85015 public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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