For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 310 students in 85256, AZ.
The top ranked public school in 85256, AZ is Salt River Accelerated Learning Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85256 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Arizona public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85256, AZ have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Arizona public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85256, AZ Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Salt River Accelerated Learning Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4827 N Country Club Dr
Scottsdale, AZ 85256
(480) 362-2132
Scottsdale, AZ 85256
(480) 362-2132
Grades: 9-12
| 64 students
Rank: n/an/a
11562 East Highland Ave.
Scottsdale, AZ 85256
(480) 362-2400
Scottsdale, AZ 85256
(480) 362-2400
Grades: K-6
| 246 students
85256, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
4827 N Country Club Dr
Scottsdale, AZ 85256
(480) 362-2000
Scottsdale, AZ 85256
(480) 362-2000
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 85256, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in 85256, AZ include Salt River Accelerated Learning Academy.
How many public schools are located in 85256?
2 public schools are located in 85256.
What is the racial composition of students in 85256?
85256 public schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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