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Best 85040 Arizona ÎÛÎÛÂþ»­ Middle Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public middle schools serving 2,337 students in 85040, AZ.
The top ranked public middle schools in 85040, AZ are Aim Higher College Prep Academy, Phoenix International Academy and Irene Lopez School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ»­ middle schools in zipcode 85040 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Arizona public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 85040, AZ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public middle school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Best 85040, AZ ÎÛÎÛÂþ»­ Middle Schools (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Aim Higher College Prep Academy
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
4848 S Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-7788
Gr: 7-12 | 41 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Phoenix International Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
4310 E Broadway Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 842-2521
Gr: K-8 | 185 students Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #33.
Irene Lopez School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
4610 S 12th St
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 232-4920
Gr: PK-8 | 481 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Nfl Yet College Prep Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
4848 S 2nd St
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-7788
Gr: 7-12 | 304 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
South Valley Prep And Arts School
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
4039 E Raymond St Ste 3
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(877) 225-2118
Gr: 5-8 | 228 students Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #66.
Pioneer Technology & Arts Academy Of Arizona
Charter School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1903 E Roeser Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 305-8865
Gr: K-8 | 432 students Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #77.
Percy L Julian School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
2149 E Carver Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 232-4950
Gr: K-8 | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #88.
Cesar E Chavez Community School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
4001 S 3rd St
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 232-4940
Gr: PK-8 | 417 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
[+] Show Closed ÎÛÎÛÂþ»­ Schools in 85040 Arizona

85040, Arizona ÎÛÎÛÂþ»­ Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Arts Academy At South Mountain (Closed 2012)
4039 East Raymond St
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 437-3927
Gr: K-8 | 141 students Minority enrollment: 87%
Brooks Academy (Closed 2014)
3146 East Wier Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-4800
Gr: K-8
C.i. Wilson Academy (Closed 2005)
2033 E. Southern Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 268-0275
Gr: K-6 | 403 students Minority enrollment: 96%
C.i.w.a. Middle School (Closed 2005)
2019 E. Southern Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 305-7700
Gr: 7-8 | 98 students Minority enrollment: 94%
Champion Schools - South Mountain Ymca Elementary School (Closed 2012)
449 East Southern
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 595-0195
Gr: K-2
Future Development Education & Performing Arts Aca Elementary School (Closed 2005)
1522 E. Southern Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 276-1223
Gr: K-8 | 186 students Minority enrollment: 98%
New Destiny Leadership Charter School (Closed 2013)
Charter School
1923 East Broadway Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 268-2234
Gr: K-5 | 24 students
Nfl Yet Academy (Closed 2023)
4848 S. 2nd St.
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-7788
Gr: 4-6 | 206 students Minority enrollment: 96%
Phoenix College Preparatory High School (Closed 2004)
2019 East Southern Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 305-7700
Gr: 9-12 | 5 students
Precision Academy System Charter School (Closed 2017)
Charter School
3906 East Braodway, Unit 105
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 453-3661
Roosevelt Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
6000 South 7th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-4800
Gr: K-8 | 55 students Minority enrollment: 91%
Sierra Vista Elementary School (Closed 2012)
6401 South 16th St
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-4800
Gr: K-8 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
South Mountain College Preparatory High School (Closed 2005)
2019 E. Southern Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 305-7700
Gr: 9-12 | 54 students Minority enrollment: 96%
Teen Choice Leadership Academy (Closed 2005)
1522 E. Southern Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-1773
Gr: K-8 | 131 students Minority enrollment: 99%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public middle schools in 85040, AZ?
The top ranked public middle schools in 85040, AZ include Aim Higher College Prep Academy, Phoenix International Academy and Irene Lopez School.
How many public middle schools are located in 85040?
8 public middle schools are located in 85040.
What is the racial composition of students in 85040?
85040 public middle schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public middle schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

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