For the 2024-25 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 6,439 students in 85374, AZ (there are 4 private schools, serving 120 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 85374, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 85374, AZ are Freedom Traditional Academy, Northwest Campus and Paradise Honors Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85374 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Arizona public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85374, AZ have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85374, AZ Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Freedom Traditional Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
16066 N Parkview Pl
Surprise, AZ 85374
(623) 523-8650
Surprise, AZ 85374
(623) 523-8650
Grades: PK-8
| 416 students
Rank: #22.
Northwest Campus
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: ≥80% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
13201 W Grand Ave
Surprise, AZ 85374
(623) 877-6915
Surprise, AZ 85374
(623) 877-6915
Grades: 10-12
| 18 students
Rank: #33.
Paradise Honors Elementary School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
15533 W Paradise Ln
Surprise, AZ 85374
(623) 975-2646
Surprise, AZ 85374
(623) 975-2646
Grades: K-8
| 1,878 students
Rank: #44.
Dysart Ischool
Magnet School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
15802 N Parkview Pl
Surprise, AZ 85374
(623) 876-7872
Surprise, AZ 85374
(623) 876-7872
Grades: 7-12
| 106 students
Rank: #55.
West-mec - Valley Vista High School
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 40-59% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
15550 N Parkview Pl
Surprise, AZ 85374
(623) 523-8800
Surprise, AZ 85374
(623) 523-8800
Grades: 9-12
| 2 students
Rank: #66.
Valley Vista High School
Magnet School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
15550 N Parkview Pl
Surprise, AZ 85374
(623) 523-8800
Surprise, AZ 85374
(623) 523-8800
Grades: 7-12
| 2,464 students
Rank: #77.
Kingswood Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
15150 W Mondell Rd
Surprise, AZ 85374
(623) 876-7600
Surprise, AZ 85374
(623) 876-7600
Grades: PK-8
| 791 students
Rank: #88.
West Point Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 34% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
13700 W Greenway Rd
Surprise, AZ 85374
(623) 876-7750
Surprise, AZ 85374
(623) 876-7750
Grades: PK-8
| 764 students
Rank: #99.
Parkview Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 35% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
16066 N Parkview Pl
Surprise, AZ 85374
(623) 523-8650
Surprise, AZ 85374
(623) 523-8650
Grades: PK-8
| n/a students
85374, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Superior School (Closed 2012)
Charter School
16025 North Dysart
Surprise, AZ 85374
(623) 875-5975
Surprise, AZ 85374
(623) 875-5975
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 85374, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in 85374, AZ include Freedom Traditional Academy, Northwest Campus and Paradise Honors Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 85374?
9 public schools are located in 85374.
What percentage of students in 85374 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 85374 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85374?
85374 public schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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