For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 1,240 students in 85085, AZ.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 85085, AZ are Ridgeline Academy Inc. and Hope High School Online. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 85085 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Arizona public charter school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 47% statewide average). Charter schools in 85085, AZ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public charter school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85085, AZ Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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 charter schools in 85085, AZ?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 85085, AZ include Ridgeline Academy Inc. and Hope High School Online.
How many public charter schools are located in 85085?
2 public charter schools are located in 85085.
What is the racial composition of students in 85085?
85085 public charter schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public charter schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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