For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 5,594 students in 85004, AZ.
The top-ranked public high schools in 85004, AZ are Phoenix Union Bioscience High School, Arizona School For The Arts and Genesis Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 85004 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Arizona public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 45% statewide average). High schools in 85004, AZ have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 85004 have a Graduation Rate of 67%, which is less than the Arizona average of 78%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Arizona School For The Arts, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arizona or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85004, AZ Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Phoenix Union Bioscience High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
512 E Pierce St
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 764-5600
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 764-5600
Gr: 9-12 | 390 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #22.
Arizona School For The Arts
Charter School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1410 N 3rd St
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 257-1444
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 257-1444
Gr: 5-12 | 679 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #33.
Genesis Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
525 E Mcdowell Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 254-8090
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 254-8090
Gr: 9-12 | 49 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #44.
Arizona Virtual Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
99 E Virginia Ave Ste 200
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 476-1320
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 476-1320
Gr: K-12 | 4,476 students Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 85004, AZ?
The top-ranked public high schools in 85004, AZ include Phoenix Union Bioscience High School, Arizona School For The Arts and Genesis Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 85004?
4 public high schools are located in 85004.
What is the racial composition of students in 85004?
85004 public high schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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