For the 2025-26 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,549 students in 85085, AZ (there are , serving 886 private students). 74% 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.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» schools in zipcode 85085 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85085, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85085, AZ ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (2025-26)
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 | 935 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
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 | 1,019 student 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 | 595 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
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 | 345 students Student-teacher ratio: 0:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: n/an/a
2225 W Whispering Wind Dr Ste
Phoenix, AZ 85085
(602) 674-5555
Phoenix, AZ 85085
(602) 674-5555
Gr: K-12
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?
74% 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 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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