For the 2026 school year, there are 13 public high schools serving 11,580 students in 85142, AZ.
The top-ranked public high schools in 85142, AZ are Evit - Queen Creek High School, Queen Creek High School and Dr. Camille Casteel High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 85142 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Arizona public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 45% statewide average). High schools in 85142, AZ have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arizona public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 85142 have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the Arizona average of 78%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Dr. Camille Casteel High School, with 96% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arizona or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85142, AZ Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Evit - Queen Creek High School
Vocational School
(Math: 86% | Reading: 72% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
22149 E Ocotillo Rd
Queen Creek, AZ 85142
(480) 461-4000
Queen Creek, AZ 85142
(480) 461-4000
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #22.
Queen Creek High School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
22149 E Ocotillo Rd
Queen Creek, AZ 85142
(480) 987-5973
Queen Creek, AZ 85142
(480) 987-5973
Gr: 9-12 | 1,968 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #33.
Dr. Camille Casteel High School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
24901 S Power Rd
Queen Creek, AZ 85142
(480) 424-8100
Queen Creek, AZ 85142
(480) 424-8100
Gr: 7-12 | 2,816 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #44.
American Leadership Academy Queen Creek K-12
Charter School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
23908 S Hawes Rd
Queen Creek, AZ 85142
(480) 420-2150
Queen Creek, AZ 85142
(480) 420-2150
Gr: K-12 | 2,356 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #55.
Benjamin Franklin High School
Charter School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
18864 E Germann Rd
Queen Creek, AZ 85142
(480) 558-1197
Queen Creek, AZ 85142
(480) 558-1197
Gr: 7-12 | 1,324 students Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #66.
Eduprize Online Instruction
Charter School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4567 W Roberts Rd
Queen Creek, AZ 85142
(480) 813-9537
Queen Creek, AZ 85142
(480) 813-9537
Gr: K-12 | 49 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #77.
Cavit - San Tan Foothills High School
Vocational School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 50-59% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1255 W Silverdale Rd
Queen Creek, AZ 85142
(928) 645-2737
Queen Creek, AZ 85142
(928) 645-2737
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #88.
San Tan Foothills High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1255 W Silverdale Rd
Queen Creek, AZ 85142
(480) 474-6240
Queen Creek, AZ 85142
(480) 474-6240
Gr: 7-12 | 793 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: n/an/a
21942 East Riggs Road
Queen Creek, AZ 85142
(480) 987-5583
Queen Creek, AZ 85142
(480) 987-5583
Gr: 7-12 | 2,009 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: n/an/a
Evit - American Leadership Academy Queen Creek
Vocational School
23908 S Hawes Rd
Queen Creek, AZ 85142
(480) 987-4500
Queen Creek, AZ 85142
(480) 987-4500
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Evit - Casteel High School
Vocational School
24901 S Power Rd
Queen Creek, AZ 85142
(480) 461-4000
Queen Creek, AZ 85142
(480) 461-4000
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Evit - Crismon High School
Vocational School
21942 E Riggs Rd
Queen Creek, AZ 85142
(480) 987-5580
Queen Creek, AZ 85142
(480) 987-5580
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Evit - Heritage Academy Gateway
Vocational School
19705 E Germann Rd
Queen Creek, AZ 85142
(480) 461-4400
Queen Creek, AZ 85142
(480) 461-4400
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 85142, AZ?
The top-ranked public high schools in 85142, AZ include Evit - Queen Creek High School, Queen Creek High School and Dr. Camille Casteel High School.
How many public high schools are located in 85142?
14 public high schools are located in 85142.
What is the racial composition of students in 85142?
85142 public high schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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