For the 2025 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 3,870 students in 85012, AZ (there are , serving 3,961 private students). 49% of all K-12 students in 85012, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
The top ranked public schools in 85012, AZ are Arizona Agribusiness & Equine Center - Estrella, Basis Phoenix Central Primary and Phoenix Coding Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» schools in zipcode 85012 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85012, AZ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85012, AZ ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Arizona Agribusiness & Equine Center - Estrella
Charter School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3400 Dysart Rd, Bldgs A-d
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(623) 535-0754
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(623) 535-0754
Gr: 9-12 | 389 students Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #22.
Basis Phoenix Central Primary
Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
201 E Indianola Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 962-7393
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 962-7393
Gr: K-12 | 335 students Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #33.
Phoenix Coding Academy
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4445 N Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 764-5700
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 764-5700
Gr: 9-12 | 236 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #44.
Arizona Agribusiness & Equine Center Inc. - Prescott Valley
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 65-69% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7500 E Civic Cir
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(928) 775-3200
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(928) 775-3200
Gr: 9-12 | 325 students Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Aaec Online
Charter School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1440 S Longhorn
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(480) 222-3999
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(480) 222-3999
Gr: 9-12 | 63 students Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Arizona Agribusiness & Equine Center Inc. - Mesa
Charter School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1440 S Longmore
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(480) 222-3999
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(480) 222-3999
Gr: 9-12 | 107 students Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #77.
Arizona Agribusiness & Equine Center Inc. - Red Mountain
Charter School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2165 N Power Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(480) 854-1504
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(480) 854-1504
Gr: 9-12 | 126 students Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #88.
Aaec - Smcc Campus
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2002 E Baseline Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 323-9890
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 323-9890
Gr: 9-12 | 469 students Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #99.
Central High School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4525 N Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 764-7500
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 764-7500
Gr: 9-12 | 1,758 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: n/an/a
4525 N Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 764-1051
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 764-1051
Gr: 9-12 | 5 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1
Rank: n/an/a
4502 N Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 764-1100
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 764-1100
Gr: 9-12 | 57 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
85012, Arizona ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4530 N. Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 234-2130
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 234-2130
Gr: K-9 | 186 students Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 85012, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in 85012, AZ include Arizona Agribusiness & Equine Center - Estrella, Basis Phoenix Central Primary and Phoenix Coding Academy.
How many public schools are located in 85012?
12 public schools are located in 85012.
What percentage of students in 85012 go to public school?
49% of all K-12 students in 85012 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85012?
85012 public schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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