For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 2,011 students in 85028, AZ.
The top ranked public high schools in 85028, AZ are Basis Phoenix, Shadow Mountain High School and West-mec - Shadow Mountain High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 85028 have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the Arizona public high school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 45% statewide average). High schools in 85028, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Arizona public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 85028 have a Graduation Rate of 85%, which is more than the Arizona average of 77%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Basis Phoenix, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arizona or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85028, AZ Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Basis Phoenix
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 90% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
11850 N 32nd St
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 595-9870
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 595-9870
Grades: 5-12
| 744 students
Rank: #22.
Shadow Mountain High School
Magnet School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2902 E Shea Blvd
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 449-3000
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 449-3000
Grades: 8-12
| 1,109 students
Rank: #33.
West-mec - Shadow Mountain High School
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2902 E Shea Blvd
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 449-3000
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 449-3000
Grades: 9-12
| 5 students
Rank: #44.
Accelerated Learning Center
Alternative School
Magnet School
Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4105 E Shea Blvd
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 485-0309
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 485-0309
Grades: 9-12
| 153 students
85028, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
3602 East Cholla Street
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 493-6130
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 493-6130
Grades: K-6
| 449 students
3540 E. Cholla
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 493-6220
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 493-6220
Grades: 9-12
| 27 students
3540 E. Cholla
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 493-6220
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 493-6220
Grades: PK-6
| 174 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 85028, AZ?
The top ranked public high schools in 85028, AZ include Basis Phoenix, Shadow Mountain High School and West-mec - Shadow Mountain High School.
How many public high schools are located in 85028?
4 public high schools are located in 85028.
What is the racial composition of students in 85028?
85028 public high schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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