For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,628 students in 85929, AZ.
The top-ranked public schools in 85929, AZ are Blue Ridge Jr High School, Blue Ridge Elementary School and Blue Ridge High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85929 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85929, AZ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85929, AZ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Blue Ridge Jr High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1200 W White Mountain Blvd
Lakeside, AZ 85929
(928) 368-2350
Lakeside, AZ 85929
(928) 368-2350
Gr: 7-8 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
Blue Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3050 Porter Mountain Road
Lakeside, AZ 85929
(928) 368-6182
Lakeside, AZ 85929
(928) 368-6182
Gr: PK-6 | 801 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #33.
Blue Ridge High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1200 W White Mountain Blvd
Lakeside, AZ 85929
(928) 368-6126
Lakeside, AZ 85929
(928) 368-6126
Gr: 9-12 | 598 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: n/an/a
1200 W White Mountain Blvd
Lakeside, AZ 85929
(928) 368-6126
Lakeside, AZ 85929
(928) 368-6126
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
1200 W White Mountain Blvd
Lakeside, AZ 85929
(928) 368-6126
Lakeside, AZ 85929
(928) 368-6126
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 85929, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85929, AZ include Blue Ridge Jr High School, Blue Ridge Elementary School and Blue Ridge High School.
How many public schools are located in 85929?
5 public schools are located in 85929.
What is the racial composition of students in 85929?
85929 public schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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