For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,771 students in 85138, AZ.
The top-ranked public high schools in 85138, AZ are A+ Charter Schools and Maricopa Virtual Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 85138 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Arizona public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 45% statewide average). High schools in 85138, AZ have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 85138 have a Graduation Rate of 86%, which is more than the Arizona average of 78%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Maricopa Virtual Academy, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arizona or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85138, AZ Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
A+ Charter Schools
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
41735 W. Alan Stephens Pkwy
Maricopa, AZ 85138
(520) 265-5589
Maricopa, AZ 85138
(520) 265-5589
Gr: 6-12 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #22.
Maricopa Virtual Academy
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
44150 W Maricopa Casa Grande H
Maricopa, AZ 85138
(520) 568-5100
Maricopa, AZ 85138
(520) 568-5100
Gr: K-12 | 140 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: n/an/a
16200 N Murphy Rd
Maricopa, AZ 85138
(520) 509-0400
Maricopa, AZ 85138
(520) 509-0400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,261 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 85138, AZ?
The top-ranked public high schools in 85138, AZ include A+ Charter Schools and Maricopa Virtual Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 85138?
3 public high schools are located in 85138.
What is the racial composition of students in 85138?
85138 public high schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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