For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,730 students in 85044, AZ.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 85044, AZ are Basis Ahwatukee, Kyrene De La Colina School and Kyrene De Las Lomas School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 85044 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 85044, AZ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Arizona public elementary school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85044, AZ Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Basis Ahwatukee
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
10210 S 50th Pl
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 659-2294
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 659-2294
Grades: 4-12
| 692 students
Rank: #22.
Kyrene De La Colina School
Magnet School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
13612 S 36th St
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 541-2600
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 541-2600
Grades: PK-5
| 472 students
Rank: #33.
Kyrene De Las Lomas School
Magnet School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
11820 S Warner Elliot Loop
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 541-3400
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 541-3400
Grades: PK-5
| 451 students
Rank: #44.
Kyrene De La Esperanza School
Magnet School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
14841 S 41st Pl
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 541-2800
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 541-2800
Grades: PK-5
| 467 students
Rank: #55.
Kyrene Centennial Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
13808 S 36th St
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 541-6400
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 541-6400
Grades: 5-8
| 648 students
85044, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Ambassador Academy (Closed 2018)
Charter School
3820 E. Ray Rd.
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 961-2214
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 961-2214
Grades: K-7
| 60 students
13612 South 36th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 541-1000
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 541-1000
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
Sonoran Science Academy - Ahwatukee (Closed 2017)
Charter School
14647 S. 50th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 961-5370
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 961-5370
Grades: K-8
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 85044, AZ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 85044, AZ include Basis Ahwatukee, Kyrene De La Colina School and Kyrene De Las Lomas School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 85044?
5 public elementary schools are located in 85044.
What is the racial composition of students in 85044?
85044 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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