For the 2024-25 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 4,401 students in 85140, AZ.
The top ranked public schools in 85140, AZ are Combs Center For Success High School, Combs Traditional Academy and Combs High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85140 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Arizona public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85140, AZ have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% 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 85140, AZ Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Combs Center For Success High School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
38300 N Gantzel Rd
San Tan Valley, AZ 85140
(480) 882-3540
San Tan Valley, AZ 85140
(480) 882-3540
Grades: 9-12
| 73 students
Rank: #22.
Combs Traditional Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
38300 N Gantzel Rd
San Tan Valley, AZ 85140
(480) 987-5320
San Tan Valley, AZ 85140
(480) 987-5320
Grades: K-6
| 227 students
Rank: #33.
Combs High School
Magnet School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2505 E Germann Rd
San Tan Valley, AZ 85140
(480) 882-3540
San Tan Valley, AZ 85140
(480) 882-3540
Grades: 8-12
| 1,356 students
Rank: #44.
Evit - Combs High School
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-44% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2505 E Germann Rd
San Tan Valley, AZ 85140
(480) 461-4000
San Tan Valley, AZ 85140
(480) 461-4000
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: #55.
Ranch Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
43521 N Kenworthy Rd
San Tan Valley, AZ 85140
(480) 882-3530
San Tan Valley, AZ 85140
(480) 882-3530
Grades: PK-6
| 546 students
Rank: #66.
Jack Harmon Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
39315 N Cortona Dr
San Tan Valley, AZ 85140
(480) 882-3500
San Tan Valley, AZ 85140
(480) 882-3500
Grades: PK-6
| 425 students
Rank: #77.
Kathryn Sue Simonton Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
40300 N Simonton Blvd
San Tan Valley, AZ 85140
(480) 987-5330
San Tan Valley, AZ 85140
(480) 987-5330
Grades: PK-6
| 470 students
Rank: #88.
J. O. Combs Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
37611 N Pecan Crk
San Tan Valley, AZ 85140
(480) 882-3510
San Tan Valley, AZ 85140
(480) 882-3510
Grades: K-8
| 655 students
Rank: #99.
Ellsworth Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
38454 N Carolina Ave
San Tan Valley, AZ 85140
(480) 882-3520
San Tan Valley, AZ 85140
(480) 882-3520
Grades: PK-6
| 564 students
Rank: #1010.
Combs Online School For Success
Magnet School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
301 E Combs Rd
San Tan Valley, AZ 85140
(480) 987-6300
San Tan Valley, AZ 85140
(480) 987-6300
Grades: K-12
| 84 students
Rank: n/an/a
Combs Center For Success Middle School
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
38300 N Gantzel Rd
San Tan Valley, AZ 85140
(480) 882-3540
San Tan Valley, AZ 85140
(480) 882-3540
Grades: 6-8
| 1 students
85140, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Legacy Traditional School - Queen Creek (Closed 2023)
Charter School
41800 North Barnes Parkway
San Tan Valley, AZ 85140
(520) 413-9720
San Tan Valley, AZ 85140
(520) 413-9720
Grades: K-9
| 946 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 85140, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in 85140, AZ include Combs Center For Success High School, Combs Traditional Academy and Combs High School.
How many public schools are located in 85140?
11 public schools are located in 85140.
What is the racial composition of students in 85140?
85140 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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