For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 10,151 students in 85383, AZ (there are 1 private school, serving 167 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 85383, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 85383, AZ are Basis Peoria Primary, Basis Peoria and Candeo Peoria. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85383 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85383, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85383, AZ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Basis Peoria Primary
Charter School
(Math: 88% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
25950 N Lake Pleasant Pkwy
Peoria, AZ 85383
(623) 251-1504
Peoria, AZ 85383
(623) 251-1504
Gr: K-4 | 696 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
Basis Peoria
Charter School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
9902 W Yearling Rd
Peoria, AZ 85383
(623) 566-9100
Peoria, AZ 85383
(623) 566-9100
Gr: 5-12 | 1,021 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #33.
Candeo Peoria
Charter School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
9965 W Calle Lejos
Peoria, AZ 85383
(623) 979-6500
Peoria, AZ 85383
(623) 979-6500
Gr: K-8 | 597 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #44.
Legacy Traditional School Peoria
Charter School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7877 W Hillcrest Blvd
Peoria, AZ 85383
(623) 299-9825
Peoria, AZ 85383
(623) 299-9825
Gr: K-8 | 609 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #55.
West Wing School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
26716 N High Desert Dr
Peoria, AZ 85383
(623) 376-5000
Peoria, AZ 85383
(623) 376-5000
Gr: PK-8 | 963 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #66.
West-mec - Liberty High School
Vocational School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 62% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9621 W Speckled Gecko Dr
Peoria, AZ 85383
(623) 773-6525
Peoria, AZ 85383
(623) 773-6525
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #77.
Terramar Academy Of The Arts
(Math: 59% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7000 W Happy Valley Rd
Peoria, AZ 85383
(623) 445-7600
Peoria, AZ 85383
(623) 445-7600
Gr: PK-8 | 934 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #88.
Vistancia Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
30009 N Sunrise Pt
Peoria, AZ 85383
(623) 773-6500
Peoria, AZ 85383
(623) 773-6500
Gr: PK-8 | 1,089 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #99.
Lake Pleasant Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
31501 N Westland Rd
Peoria, AZ 85383
(623) 773-6575
Peoria, AZ 85383
(623) 773-6575
Gr: PK-8 | 1,267 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #1010.
Liberty High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9621 W Speckled Gecko Dr
Peoria, AZ 85383
(623) 773-6525
Peoria, AZ 85383
(623) 773-6525
Gr: 7-12 | 2,510 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #1111.
Edoptions High School Learning Center
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6710 West Calle Lejos
Peoria, AZ 85383
(480) 621-3365
Peoria, AZ 85383
(480) 621-3365
Gr: 7-12 | 465 students Student-teacher ratio: 31:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 85383, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85383, AZ include Basis Peoria Primary, Basis Peoria and Candeo Peoria.
How many public schools are located in 85383?
11 public schools are located in 85383.
What percentage of students in 85383 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 85383 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85383?
85383 public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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