For the 2024-25 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 9,368 students in 85048, AZ (there are 4 private schools, serving 828 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 85048, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 85048, AZ are Kyrene De La Sierra School, Kyrene Monte Vista School and Desert Vista High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85048 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Arizona public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85048, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85048, AZ Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kyrene De La Sierra School
Magnet School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1122 E Liberty Ln
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 541-5200
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 541-5200
Grades: PK-5
| 514 students
Rank: #22.
Kyrene Monte Vista School
Magnet School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
15221 S Ray Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 541-4400
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 541-4400
Grades: PK-5
| 507 students
Rank: #33.
Desert Vista High School
Magnet School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
16440 S 32nd St
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 706-7900
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 706-7900
Grades: 9-12
| 2,964 students
Rank: #44.
Kyrene De Los Cerritos School
Magnet School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
14620 S Desert Foothills Pkwy
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 541-2200
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 541-2200
Grades: PK-5
| 396 students
Rank: #55.
Horizon Honors Secondary School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
16233 S 48th St
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 659-3000
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 659-3000
Grades: 7-12
| 698 students
Rank: #66.
Kyrene De Los Lagos School
Magnet School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
17001 S 34th Way
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 541-3200
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 541-3200
Grades: PK-5
| 499 students
Rank: #77.
Keystone Montessori Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1025 E Liberty Ln
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 460-7312
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 460-7312
Grades: 1-9
| 179 students
Rank: #88.
Evit - Desert Vista High School
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 65% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
16440 S 32nd St
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 461-4000
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 461-4000
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: #99.
Kyrene Altadena Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
14620 S. Desert Foothills Blvd
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 541-6000
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 541-6000
Grades: 5-8
| 962 students
Rank: #1010.
Horizon Honors Elementary School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
16233 S 48th St
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 659-3100
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 659-3100
Grades: K-6
| 820 students
Rank: #1111.
Kyrene Del Milenio
Magnet School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4630 E Frye Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 541-4000
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 541-4000
Grades: PK-5
| 536 students
Rank: #1212.
Kyrene De La Estrella Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2620 E Liberty Ln
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 541-3000
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 541-3000
Grades: PK-5
| 448 students
Rank: #1313.
Kyrene Akimel A-al Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2720 E Liberty Ln
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 541-5800
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 541-5800
Grades: 5-8
| 845 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 85048, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in 85048, AZ include Kyrene De La Sierra School, Kyrene Monte Vista School and Desert Vista High School.
How many public schools are located in 85048?
13 public schools are located in 85048.
What percentage of students in 85048 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 85048 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85048?
85048 public schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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