For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 5,427 students in 85050, AZ (there are 2 private schools, serving 93 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 85050, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 85050, AZ are Aaec - Paradise Valley, Desert Trails Elementary School and Pinnacle High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85050 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Arizona public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85050, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85050, AZ Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Aaec - Paradise Valley
Charter School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3775 E Union Hills Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 569-1101
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 569-1101
Grades: 9-12
| 300 students
Rank: #22.
Desert Trails Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4315 E Cashman Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-4100
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-4100
Grades: PK-7
| 650 students
Rank: #33.
Pinnacle High School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3535 E Mayo Blvd
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-4000
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-4000
Grades: 7-12
| 2,501 students
Rank: #44.
Wildfire Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3997 E Lockwood Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-4300
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-4300
Grades: PK-6
| 443 students
Rank: #55.
Sky Crossing Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3300 E. Sky Crossing Way
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-5900
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-5900
Grades: PK-6
| 561 students
Rank: #66.
Explorer Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
22401 N 40th St
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-4200
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-4200
Grades: 7-8
| 641 students
Rank: #77.
West-mec - Pinnacle High School
Vocational School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 52% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3535 E Mayo Blvd
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-4000
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-4000
Grades: 9-12
| 5 students
Rank: #88.
Sunset Canyon School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2727 E Siesta Ln
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-5100
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-5100
Grades: PK-6
| 326 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 85050, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in 85050, AZ include Aaec - Paradise Valley, Desert Trails Elementary School and Pinnacle High School.
How many public schools are located in 85050?
8 public schools are located in 85050.
What percentage of students in 85050 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 85050 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85050?
85050 public schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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