For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 938 students in 85119, AZ.
The top ranked public schools in 85119, AZ are Desert Vista Elementary School and Four Peaks Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85119 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Arizona public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85119, AZ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85119, AZ Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Desert Vista Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3701 E Broadway Ave
Apache Junction, AZ 85119
(480) 677-7510
Apache Junction, AZ 85119
(480) 677-7510
Grades: PK-6
| 501 students
Rank: #22.
Four Peaks Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1755 N Idaho Rd
Apache Junction, AZ 85119
(480) 982-1110
Apache Junction, AZ 85119
(480) 982-1110
Grades: PK-6
| 437 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 85119, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in 85119, AZ include Desert Vista Elementary School and Four Peaks Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 85119?
2 public schools are located in 85119.
What is the racial composition of students in 85119?
85119 public schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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