For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 5,009 students in 85132, AZ.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 85132, AZ are Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy, Anthem Elementary School and Florence K-8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 85132 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 85132, AZ have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85132, AZ Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy
(Math: 34% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
35900 N Charbray Dr
Florence, AZ 85132
(480) 987-7600
Florence, AZ 85132
(480) 987-7600
Grades: K-8
| 742 students
Rank: #22.
Anthem Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2700 N. Anthem Way
Florence, AZ 85132
(520) 723-6400
Florence, AZ 85132
(520) 723-6400
Grades: PK-9
| 705 students
Rank: #33.
Florence K-8
(Math: 22% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
460 S. Park Street
Florence, AZ 85132
(520) 868-3540
Florence, AZ 85132
(520) 868-3540
Grades: PK-8
| 758 students
Rank: #44.
Skyline Ranch Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1084 San Tan Hills Dr
Florence, AZ 85132
(480) 888-7520
Florence, AZ 85132
(480) 888-7520
Grades: PK-8
| 587 students
Rank: #55.
Walker Butte K-8
(Math: 22% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
29697 N Desert Willow Blvd
Florence, AZ 85132
(480) 987-5360
Florence, AZ 85132
(480) 987-5360
Grades: PK-8
| 764 students
Rank: #66.
Magma Ranch K8 School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
10980 E. Desert Mountain Boule
Florence, AZ 85132
(520) 868-7300
Florence, AZ 85132
(520) 868-7300
Grades: PK-8
| 535 students
Rank: #77.
Copper Basin
(Math: 12% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
28682 N Main St
Florence, AZ 85132
(480) 888-7500
Florence, AZ 85132
(480) 888-7500
Grades: PK-8
| 558 students
Rank: #88.
Florence Virtual Academy
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
225 S. Orlando Street
Florence, AZ 85132
(602) 222-3333
Florence, AZ 85132
(602) 222-3333
Grades: K-12
| 182 students
Rank: #99.
Mountain Vista Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
225 S. Orlando Street
Florence, AZ 85132
(480) 474-6170
Florence, AZ 85132
(480) 474-6170
Grades: PK-12
| 178 students
85132, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Aoc-pinal County Juvenile Detention Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
450 W Adamsville Rd
Florence, AZ 85132
(520) 866-7073
Florence, AZ 85132
(520) 866-7073
Grades: Inquire with school
| n/a students
Aspc-eyman Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
4374 E. Butte Ave.
Florence, AZ 85132
(602) 542-5620
Florence, AZ 85132
(602) 542-5620
Grades: 12
| 22 students
Aspc-florence Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1305 E Butte Ave
Florence, AZ 85132
(602) 542-5620
Florence, AZ 85132
(602) 542-5620
Grades: 12
| 7 students
Summit School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
225 South Orlando Street
Florence, AZ 85132
(480) 474-6170
Florence, AZ 85132
(480) 474-6170
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 85132, AZ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 85132, AZ include Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy, Anthem Elementary School and Florence K-8.
How many public elementary schools are located in 85132?
9 public elementary schools are located in 85132.
What is the racial composition of students in 85132?
85132 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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