Best Schools in 85009, AZ
85009, AZ has 27 public schools (5 high, 3 middle, 18 elementary) serving 17,627 students. On average they score 18% on state proficiency tests against a projected 16%, so schools in 85009 meet expectations. Rankings below compare each school’s actual results with the projection for its socioeconomic context.
Best High Schools in 85009, AZ
The top high schools in 85009, ranked by actual test performance against the projection for each school’s socioeconomic context.
1. West Phoenix High School
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American Charter Schools Foundation D.b.a. West Ph (79879) • Charter • Grades 9 - 12 • 421 Students
2. Central High School
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Phoenix Union High School District (4286) • Public • Grades 9 - 12 • 1901 Students
3. Maryvale High School
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Phoenix Union High School District (4286) • Public • Grades 9 - 12 • 2795 Students
4. Carl Hayden High School
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Phoenix Union High School District (4286) • Public • Grades 9 - 12 • 2217 Students
5. Pxu Digital Academy
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Phoenix Union High School District (4286) • Public • Grades 9 - 12 • 960 Students
Best Middle Schools in 85009, AZ
The top middle schools in 85009, ranked by actual test performance against the projection for each school’s socioeconomic context.
1. Morris K. Udall Escuela De Bellas Artes
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Isaac Elementary District (4259) • Public • Grades 6 - 8 • 566 Students
2. Kings Ridge School
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Riverside Elementary District (4257) • Public • Grades 2 - 8 • 353 Students
3. Isaac Middle School
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Isaac Elementary District (4259) • Public • Grades 6 - 8 • 546 Students
Best Elementary Schools in 85009, AZ
The top elementary schools in 85009, ranked by actual test performance against the projection for each school’s socioeconomic context.
1. Magnet Traditional School
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Phoenix Elementary District (4256) • Public • Grades Pre K - 8 • 419 Students
2. Isaac Online Prep Academy
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Isaac Elementary District (4259) • Public • Grades KG - 8 • 108 Students
3. Riverside Traditional School
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Riverside Elementary District (4257) • Public • Grades Pre K - 4 • 400 Students
4. Joseph Zito Elementary School
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Isaac Elementary District (4259) • Public • Grades KG - 5 • 346 Students
5. Esperanza Elementary School
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Isaac Elementary District (4259) • Public • Grades KG - 5 • 368 Students
6. Mitchell Elementary School
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Isaac Elementary District (4259) • Public • Grades KG - 5 • 384 Students
7. Mary Mcleod Bethune School
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Phoenix Elementary District (4256) • Public • Grades Pre K - 8 • 370 Students
8. Capitol Elementary School
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Phoenix Elementary District (4256) • Public • Grades Pre K - 8 • 466 Students
9. J B Sutton Elementary School
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Isaac Elementary District (4259) • Public • Grades KG - 5 • 544 Students
10. Alta E Butler School
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Isaac Elementary District (4259) • Public • Grades KG - 5 • 550 Students
Education & Community Snapshot in 85009, AZ
Zip-level factors that shape the learning environment around local schools.
Community Factors
85009, AZ has a total population of 50,382 with 24% of that population attending schools. The adult high school graduation rate is 59%, and 7% of adults have a bachelor’s degree or higher.
Students in 85009, AZ
K-12 Students
High School Graduates
Adults 25+ with HS diplomas
College Graduates
Adults 25+ with a Bachelor’s degree or higher
Demographics statistics provided by Best Neighborhood 85009, AZ.
Safety
Crime Grades summarize reported incidents per 1,000 residents. Use them as neighborhood context, not a school rating.
Overall Crime Grade
39.85 per 1,000 Residents
Violent Crime Grade
7.92 per 1,000 Residents
Property Crime Grade
31.93 per 1,000 Residents
Crime statistics provided by CrimeGrade in 85009, AZ.
Connectivity
Connectivity influences learning at home. We summarize internet infrastructure, typical download speed, and a digital connectivity index for 85009, AZ.
ISP Report Card
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Speed Most Residents Can Get
Digital Connectivity Index
ISP Connectivity Demand Report
To read more about these statistics, please visit 85009, AZ Internet Health Assessment.
Questions About Schools in 85009, AZ
How many schools are in 85009, AZ?
85009, AZ has 27 public schools: 5 high schools, 3 middle schools and 18 elementary schools, serving 17,627 students in total.
How do schools in 85009 perform on state tests?
On average, 27 schools in 85009 score 18% proficient on state assessments. Given the socioeconomic context of their students we project 16%, so on average schools in 85009 meet expectations.
How does SchoolGrade rank the best schools in 85009?
Every public school gets a SchoolGrade from A+ to F based on the share of students at or above the state proficiency bar. The Impact Grade compares that result with what we would expect given the school’s student and community context, so schools that outperform their circumstances stand out. Schools cannot pay to change a grade. Read the full methodology.
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