For the 2026 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 4,195 students in 85006, AZ (there are 2 private schools, serving 385 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 85006, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 85006, AZ are Augustus H. Shaw Montessori, Asu Preparatory Academy- Phoenix High School and Asu Preparatory Academy- Phoenix Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85006 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85006, AZ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85006, AZ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Augustus H. Shaw Montessori
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2301 N 13th St
Phoenix, AZ 85006
(602) 257-3914
Phoenix, AZ 85006
(602) 257-3914
Gr: PK-8 | 476 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #22.
Asu Preparatory Academy- Phoenix High School
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
735 E Fillmore St
Phoenix, AZ 85006
(602) 496-3100
Phoenix, AZ 85006
(602) 496-3100
Gr: 9-12 | 360 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
Asu Preparatory Academy- Phoenix Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
735 E Fillmore St
Phoenix, AZ 85006
(602) 496-3100
Phoenix, AZ 85006
(602) 496-3100
Gr: K-4 | 443 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #44.
Excelencia School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2181 E Mcdowell Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85006
(602) 381-4670
Phoenix, AZ 85006
(602) 381-4670
Gr: K-8 | 501 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Phoenix #1 Iacademy
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1817 N 7th St
Phoenix, AZ 85006
(602) 257-3755
Phoenix, AZ 85006
(602) 257-3755
Gr: K-8
Rank: #66.
Thomas A Edison School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
804 N 18th St
Phoenix, AZ 85006
(602) 257-3848
Phoenix, AZ 85006
(602) 257-3848
Gr: PK-8
Rank: #77.
Whittier Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2000 N 16th St
Phoenix, AZ 85006
(602) 257-3925
Phoenix, AZ 85006
(602) 257-3925
Gr: PK-8 | 453 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #88.
Asu Preparatory Academy - Phoenix Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
735 E Fillmore St
Phoenix, AZ 85006
(602) 496-3100
Phoenix, AZ 85006
(602) 496-3100
Gr: 5-8 | 450 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #99.
Garfield School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
811 N 13th St
Phoenix, AZ 85006
(602) 257-3863
Phoenix, AZ 85006
(602) 257-3863
Gr: PK-8 | 403 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1010.
Ralph Waldo Emerson Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
915 E Palm Ln
Phoenix, AZ 85006
(602) 257-3853
Phoenix, AZ 85006
(602) 257-3853
Gr: PK-8 | 189 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #1111.
Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Summit High School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
728 E Mcdowell Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85006
(602) 258-8959
Phoenix, AZ 85006
(602) 258-8959
Gr: 9-12 | 201 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1212.
William T Machan Elementary School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2140 E Virginia Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85006
(602) 381-6120
Phoenix, AZ 85006
(602) 381-6120
Gr: PK-8 | 540 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 85006, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85006, AZ include Augustus H. Shaw Montessori, Asu Preparatory Academy- Phoenix High School and Asu Preparatory Academy- Phoenix Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 85006?
13 public schools are located in 85006.
What percentage of students in 85006 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 85006 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85006?
85006 public schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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