For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 4,182 students in 85017, AZ.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 85017, AZ are Alhambra Traditional School, Bennett Academy and Ocotillo School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 85017 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 85017, AZ have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85017, AZ Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Alhambra Traditional School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5725 N 27th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 484-8816
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 484-8816
Grades: K-8
| 742 students
Rank: #22.
Bennett Academy
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2930 W Bethany Home Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 943-1317
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 943-1317
Grades: K-8
| 112 students
Rank: #33.
Ocotillo School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3225 W Ocotillo Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 347-2400
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 347-2400
Grades: K-6
| 624 students
Rank: #44.
Granada Elementary School-west Campus
(Math: 16% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3232 W Campbell Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 841-1403
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 841-1403
Grades: PK-4
| 842 students
Rank: #55.
Cordova Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5631 N 35th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 841-0704
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 841-0704
Grades: PK-8
| 608 students
Rank: #66.
Granada Elementary School-east Campus
(Math: 11% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3022 W Campbell Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 589-0110
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 589-0110
Grades: 4-8
| 696 students
Rank: #77.
Synergy Public School
Charter School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2701 W Bethany Home Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(480) 416-1040
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(480) 416-1040
Grades: K-8
| 558 students
85017, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
All Aboard Charter School (Closed 2024)
Charter School
5827 N 35th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 433-0500
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 433-0500
Grades: K-5
| 106 students
3160 North 33rd Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 296-5552
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 296-5552
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Desiderata High School (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
2920 N. 34th Drive
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 764-0800
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 764-0800
Grades: 9-12
| 73 students
E-cademie A Charter High School - Woods (Closed 2010)
Charter School
3160 North 33 Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 278-5552
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 278-5552
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Homebound High School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
3535 N 27th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 764-1736
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 764-1736
Grades: 9-12
| 21 students
5725 N 27th Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 336-2000
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 336-2000
Grades: K-8
| 1,257 students
Pan-american Charter School (Closed 2024)
Charter School
3001 W. Indian School
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 266-3989
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 266-3989
Grades: K-12
| 1,170 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 85017, AZ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 85017, AZ include Alhambra Traditional School, Bennett Academy and Ocotillo School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 85017?
7 public elementary schools are located in 85017.
What is the racial composition of students in 85017?
85017 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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