For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public middle schools serving 2,563 students in 85018, AZ.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85018, AZ are Ingleside Middle School, Amerischools Academy - Yuma North and Phoenix Modern. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 85018 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Arizona public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 85018, AZ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public middle school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85018, AZ Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ingleside Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5402 E Osborn Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85018
(480) 484-4900
Phoenix, AZ 85018
(480) 484-4900
Gr: 6-8 | 789 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #22.
Amerischools Academy - Yuma North
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1220 S 4th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85018
(928) 919-7203
Phoenix, AZ 85018
(928) 919-7203
Gr: K-8 | 193 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #33.
Phoenix Modern
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
200 E Mitchell Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85018
(602) 740-9271
Phoenix, AZ 85018
(602) 740-9271
Gr: K-8 | 119 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #44.
Biltmore Preparatory Academy
(Math: 29% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4601 N 34th St
Phoenix, AZ 85018
(602) 381-6160
Phoenix, AZ 85018
(602) 381-6160
Gr: K-8 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #55.
Amerischools Academy - Camelback
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1333 W Camelback Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85018
(602) 532-0100
Phoenix, AZ 85018
(602) 532-0100
Gr: K-12 | 94 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #66.
Monte Vista Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3501 E Osborn Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85018
(602) 381-6140
Phoenix, AZ 85018
(602) 381-6140
Gr: PK-8 | 703 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #77.
Career Success School - Sage Campus
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3120 N 32nd St
Phoenix, AZ 85018
(602) 955-0355
Phoenix, AZ 85018
(602) 955-0355
Gr: K-8 | 128 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 85018, AZ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85018, AZ include Ingleside Middle School, Amerischools Academy - Yuma North and Phoenix Modern.
How many public middle schools are located in 85018?
7 public middle schools are located in 85018.
What is the racial composition of students in 85018?
85018 public middle schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public middle schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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