For the 2024-25 school year, there is 1 public school serving 349 students in 85266, AZ (there are 1 private school, serving 74 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 85266, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
The top ranked public school in 85266, AZ is Candeo North Scottsdale. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 85266 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Arizona public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85266, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85266, AZ Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Candeo North Scottsdale
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7191 E Ashler Hills Dr
Scottsdale, AZ 85266
(623) 979-6500
Scottsdale, AZ 85266
(623) 979-6500
Grades: K-8
| 349 students
85266, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Foothills Academy (Closed 2023)
Charter School
7191 E Ashler Hills Dr
Scottsdale, AZ 85266
(480) 488-5583
Scottsdale, AZ 85266
(480) 488-5583
Grades: K-8
| n/a students
Foothills Academy Connected (Closed 2023)
Charter School
7191 E Ashler Hills Dr
Scottsdale, AZ 85266
(480) 488-5583
Scottsdale, AZ 85266
(480) 488-5583
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 85266, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in 85266, AZ include Candeo North Scottsdale.
How many public schools are located in 85266?
1 public schools are located in 85266.
What percentage of students in 85266 go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 85266 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85266?
85266 public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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