For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 5,649 students in 85027, AZ.
The top-ranked public schools in 85027, AZ are Reid Traditional Schools' Valley Academy, Adams Traditional Academy and Union Park School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85027 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85027, AZ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85027, AZ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Reid Traditional Schools' Valley Academy
Charter School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1520 W Rose Garden Ln
Phoenix, AZ 85027
(623) 516-7747
Phoenix, AZ 85027
(623) 516-7747
Gr: K-8 | 713 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #22.
Adams Traditional Academy
Charter School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2323 W Parkside Ln
Phoenix, AZ 85027
(602) 938-5517
Phoenix, AZ 85027
(602) 938-5517
Gr: K-8 | 532 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #33.
Union Park School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
25700 N 21st Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85027
(623) 445-5800
Phoenix, AZ 85027
(623) 445-5800
Gr: PK-8 | 873 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #44.
Northeast Campus
Vocational School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1617 W Williams Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85027
(623) 435-4920
Phoenix, AZ 85027
(623) 435-4920
Gr: 10-12 | 50 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #55.
Deer Valley Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
18424 N 51st Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85027
(602) 388-4444
Phoenix, AZ 85027
(602) 388-4444
Gr: 9-12 | 11 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #66.
Paseo Hills School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3302 W Louise Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85027
(623) 445-4500
Phoenix, AZ 85027
(623) 445-4500
Gr: PK-8 | 689 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #77.
West-mec - Barry Goldwater High School
Vocational School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2820 W Rose Garden Ln
Phoenix, AZ 85027
(623) 445-7005
Phoenix, AZ 85027
(623) 445-7005
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #88.
Barry Goldwater High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2820 W Rose Garden Ln
Phoenix, AZ 85027
(623) 445-3000
Phoenix, AZ 85027
(623) 445-3000
Gr: 7-12 | 1,602 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #99.
Esperanza Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
251 W Mohawk Ln
Phoenix, AZ 85027
(623) 445-3700
Phoenix, AZ 85027
(623) 445-3700
Gr: PK-6 | 443 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #1010.
Deer Valley Middle School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
21100 N 27th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85027
(623) 445-3300
Phoenix, AZ 85027
(623) 445-3300
Gr: 7-8 | 448 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #1111.
Vista Peak
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
19825 N 15th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85027
(623) 445-3900
Phoenix, AZ 85027
(623) 445-3900
Gr: PK-12 | 63 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 85027, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85027, AZ include Reid Traditional Schools' Valley Academy, Adams Traditional Academy and Union Park School.
How many public schools are located in 85027?
12 public schools are located in 85027.
What is the racial composition of students in 85027?
85027 public schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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