For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 1,416 students in 85140, AZ.
The top ranked public high schools in 85140, AZ are Combs Center For Success High School, Combs High School and Evit - Combs High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 85140 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Arizona public high school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 45% statewide average). High schools in 85140, AZ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 85140 have a Graduation Rate of 81%, which is more than the Arizona average of 77%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Combs High School, with 89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arizona or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85140, AZ Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Combs Center For Success High 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
| 62 students
Rank: #22.
Combs High 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
| 1,243 students
Rank: #33.
Evit - Combs High School
Vocational 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
| 1 students
Rank: #44.
Combs Online School For Success
(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
| 110 students
Rank: n/an/a
Evit American Leadership Academy Ironwood K-12
Vocational School
850 W Combs Rd
San Tan Valley, AZ 85140
(480) 344-9898
San Tan Valley, AZ 85140
(480) 344-9898
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
85140, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
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 high schools in 85140, AZ?
The top ranked public high schools in 85140, AZ include Combs Center For Success High School, Combs High School and Evit - Combs High School.
How many public high schools are located in 85140?
5 public high schools are located in 85140.
What is the racial composition of students in 85140?
85140 public high schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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