For the 2026 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 6,940 students in 85051, AZ (there are 3 private schools, serving 363 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 85051, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 85051, AZ are Abraham Lincoln Traditional School, West-mec - Cortez High School and Cortez High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85051 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85051, AZ have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85051, AZ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Abraham Lincoln Traditional School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10444 N 39th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85051
(602) 896-6300
Phoenix, AZ 85051
(602) 896-6300
Gr: PK-8 | 593 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #22.
West-mec - Cortez High School
Vocational School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8828 N 31st Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85051
(623) 915-8200
Phoenix, AZ 85051
(623) 915-8200
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #33.
Cortez High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8828 N 31st Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85051
(623) 915-8200
Phoenix, AZ 85051
(623) 915-8200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,132 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #44.
Imagine Cortez Park Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3535 W Dunlap Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85051
(602) 589-9840
Phoenix, AZ 85051
(602) 589-9840
Gr: 6-8 | 252 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #55.
Roadrunner Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7702 N 39th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85051
(602) 347-3100
Phoenix, AZ 85051
(602) 347-3100
Gr: PK-6 | 629 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #66.
Manzanita Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8430 N 39th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85051
(602) 348-2200
Phoenix, AZ 85051
(602) 348-2200
Gr: PK-6 | 539 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #77.
Imagine Cortez Park Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3535 W Dunlap Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85051
(602) 589-9840
Phoenix, AZ 85051
(602) 589-9840
Gr: K-5 | 437 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #88.
Casa Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8047 N 35th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85051
(602) 892-5022
Phoenix, AZ 85051
(602) 892-5022
Gr: K-7 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #99.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8033 N 27th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85051
(602) 347-3400
Phoenix, AZ 85051
(602) 347-3400
Gr: PK-6 | 720 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #1010.
Palo Verde Middle School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7502 N 39th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85051
(602) 347-2500
Phoenix, AZ 85051
(602) 347-2500
Gr: 7-8 | 797 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #1111.
Alta Vista Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8710 N 31st Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85051
(602) 347-2000
Phoenix, AZ 85051
(602) 347-2000
Gr: K-6 | 531 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #1212.
Cactus Wren Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
9650 N 39th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85051
(602) 347-2100
Phoenix, AZ 85051
(602) 347-2100
Gr: K-6 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #1313.
Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Maya High School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3660 W Glendale Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85051
(602) 242-3442
Phoenix, AZ 85051
(602) 242-3442
Gr: 9-12 | 401 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: n/an/a
Heritage Academy Pointe
Charter School
10215 N 43rd Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85051
(623) 209-0017
Phoenix, AZ 85051
(623) 209-0017
Gr: 7-12 | 110 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 85051, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85051, AZ include Abraham Lincoln Traditional School, West-mec - Cortez High School and Cortez High School.
How many public schools are located in 85051?
14 public schools are located in 85051.
What percentage of students in 85051 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 85051 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85051?
85051 public schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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