For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,585 students in 85024, AZ.
The top-ranked public schools in 85024, AZ are Boulder Creek Elementary School, Mountain Trail Middle School and Eagle Ridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85024 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85024, AZ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85024, AZ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Boulder Creek Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
22801 N 22nd St
Phoenix, AZ 85024
(602) 449-4500
Phoenix, AZ 85024
(602) 449-4500
Gr: PK-6 | 621 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Mountain Trail Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2323 E Mountain Gate Pass
Phoenix, AZ 85024
(602) 449-4600
Phoenix, AZ 85024
(602) 449-4600
Gr: 5-8 | 835 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #33.
Eagle Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
19801 N 13th St
Phoenix, AZ 85024
(602) 449-5700
Phoenix, AZ 85024
(602) 449-5700
Gr: PK-6 | 569 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #44.
West-mec - North Canyon High School
Vocational School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1700 E Union Hls Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85024
(602) 449-5000
Phoenix, AZ 85024
(602) 449-5000
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #55.
North Canyon High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1700 E Union Hls Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85024
(602) 449-5000
Phoenix, AZ 85024
(602) 449-5000
Gr: 7-12 | 1,560 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 85024, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85024, AZ include Boulder Creek Elementary School, Mountain Trail Middle School and Eagle Ridge Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 85024?
5 public schools are located in 85024.
What is the racial composition of students in 85024?
85024 public schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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