For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 3,528 students in 85254, AZ.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 85254, AZ are Sequoya Elementary School, Desert Shadows Elementary School and Cocopah Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 85254 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 85254, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85254, AZ Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sequoya Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
11808 N 64th St
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(480) 484-3200
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(480) 484-3200
Grades: PK-5
| 548 students
Rank: #22.
Desert Shadows Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5902 E Sweetwater Ave
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(602) 449-6900
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(602) 449-6900
Grades: PK-6
| 464 students
Rank: #33.
Cocopah Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6615 E Cholla St
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(480) 484-4400
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(480) 484-4400
Grades: 6-8
| 886 students
Rank: #44.
Copper Canyon Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
17650 N 54th St
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(602) 449-7200
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(602) 449-7200
Grades: PK-6
| 484 students
Rank: #55.
Desert Shadows Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5858 E Sweetwater Ave
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(602) 449-6800
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(602) 449-6800
Grades: 6-8
| 780 students
Rank: #66.
Liberty Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5125 E Marilyn Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(602) 449-6200
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(602) 449-6200
Grades: PK-6
| 366 students
85254, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
6239 E. Bell Road
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(480) 596-7922
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(480) 596-7922
Grades: K-3
| 9 students
Stars Prep Academy - Scottsdale, Inc. (Closed 2023)
Charter School
5334 E. Thunderbird Rd.
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(602) 393-6500
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(602) 393-6500
Grades: K-12
| 169 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 85254, AZ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 85254, AZ include Sequoya Elementary School, Desert Shadows Elementary School and Cocopah Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 85254?
6 public elementary schools are located in 85254.
What is the racial composition of students in 85254?
85254 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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