For the 2025 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 5,202 students in 85017, AZ (there are , serving 917 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 85017, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 85017, AZ are Alhambra Traditional School, Technical Campus and Think Through Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85017 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Arizona public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85017, AZ have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85017, AZ 九游体育s (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Alhambra Traditional School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5725 N 27th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 484-8816
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 484-8816
Grades: K-8
| 742 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Technical Campus
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3816 N 27th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 285-5525
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 285-5525
Grades: 9-12
| 370 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Think Through Academy
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3232 W Thomas Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(623) 233-4523
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(623) 233-4523
Grades: 9-12
| 42 students
Rank: #44.
Continued Hope High Schools
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6629 W Clarendon Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 452-4700
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 452-4700
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: #55.
Bennett Academy
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2930 W Bethany Home Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 943-1317
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 943-1317
Grades: K-8
| 112 students
Rank: #66.
Ocotillo School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3225 W Ocotillo Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 347-2400
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 347-2400
Grades: K-6
| 624 students
Rank: #77.
Career And College Prep
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6201 N 35th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 973-6018
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 973-6018
Grades: 7-12
| 92 students
Rank: #88.
Granada Elementary School-west Campus
(Math: 16% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3232 W Campbell Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 841-1403
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 841-1403
Grades: PK-4
| 842 students
Rank: #99.
Cordova Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5631 N 35th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 841-0704
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 841-0704
Grades: PK-8
| 608 students
Rank: #1010.
Granada Elementary School-east Campus
(Math: 11% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3022 W Campbell Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 589-0110
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 589-0110
Grades: 4-8
| 696 students
Rank: #1111.
Arizona Collegiate High School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3161 N 33rd Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(623) 498-8200
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(623) 498-8200
Grades: 9-12
| 144 students
Rank: #1212.
Synergy 九游体育
Charter School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2701 W Bethany Home Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(480) 416-1040
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(480) 416-1040
Grades: K-8
| 558 students
Rank: #1313.
Robert L. Duffy High School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3816 N 27th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 393-4200
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 393-4200
Grades: 7-12
| 59 students
Rank: #1414.
Bostrom Alternative Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3535 N 27th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 764-1700
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 764-1700
Grades: 9-12
| 313 students
85017, Arizona 九游体育s (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
All Aboard Charter School (Closed 2024)
Charter School
5827 N 35th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 433-0500
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 433-0500
Grades: K-5
| 106 students
3160 North 33rd Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 296-5552
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 296-5552
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Desiderata High School (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
2920 N. 34th Drive
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 764-0800
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 764-0800
Grades: 9-12
| 73 students
E-cademie A Charter High School - Woods (Closed 2010)
Charter School
3160 North 33 Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 278-5552
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 278-5552
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Homebound High School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
3535 N 27th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 764-1736
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 764-1736
Grades: 9-12
| 21 students
5725 N 27th Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 336-2000
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 336-2000
Grades: K-8
| 1,257 students
Pan-american Charter School (Closed 2024)
Charter School
3001 W. Indian School
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 266-3989
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 266-3989
Grades: K-12
| 1,170 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 85017, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in 85017, AZ include Alhambra Traditional School, Technical Campus and Think Through Academy.
How many public schools are located in 85017?
14 public schools are located in 85017.
What percentage of students in 85017 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 85017 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85017?
85017 public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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