For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,762 students in 85085, AZ (there are 4 private schools, serving 486 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 85085, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 85085, AZ are Sonoran Foothills School, Ridgeline Academy Inc. and Norterra Canyon School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85085 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85085, AZ have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85085, AZ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sonoran Foothills School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
32150 N North Foothills Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85085
(623) 445-8400
Phoenix, AZ 85085
(623) 445-8400
Gr: PK-8 | 921 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Ridgeline Academy Inc.
Charter School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
33625 N North Valley Pkwy
Phoenix, AZ 85085
(623) 223-1335
Phoenix, AZ 85085
(623) 223-1335
Gr: K-12 | 849 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #33.
Norterra Canyon School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2200 W Maya Way
Phoenix, AZ 85085
(623) 445-8200
Phoenix, AZ 85085
(623) 445-8200
Gr: PK-8 | 601 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #44.
Hope High School Online
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2225 W Whispering Wind Dr Ste
Phoenix, AZ 85085
(602) 674-5555
Phoenix, AZ 85085
(602) 674-5555
Gr: 9-12 | 391 students Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 85085, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85085, AZ include Sonoran Foothills School, Ridgeline Academy Inc. and Norterra Canyon School.
How many public schools are located in 85085?
4 public schools are located in 85085.
What percentage of students in 85085 go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 85085 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85085?
85085 public schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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