For the 2025-26 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,153 students in 85268, AZ.
The top ranked public schools in 85268, AZ are Fountain Hills High School, Fountain Hills Middle School and Fountain Hills Virtual Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85268 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85268, AZ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85268, AZ Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fountain Hills High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
16100 E Palisades Blvd
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(480) 664-5510
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(480) 664-5510
Gr: 9-12 | 404 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Fountain Hills Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
16000 E Palisades Blvd
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(480) 664-5420
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(480) 664-5420
Gr: 4-8 | 237 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #33.
Fountain Hills Virtual Academy
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
16100 E Palisades Blvd
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(480) 664-5000
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(480) 664-5000
Gr: K-12 | 54 students Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #44.
Mcdowell Mountain Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
15414 N Mcdowell Mountain Rd
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(480) 664-5210
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(480) 664-5210
Gr: PK-5 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: n/an/a
14825 N Fayette Dr
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(480) 664-5100
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(480) 664-5100
Gr: PK | 40 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
85268, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Evit - Fountain Hills Vocational Center (Closed 2025)
Vocational School
14605 N Del Cambre Ave
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(480) 461-4000
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(480) 461-4000
Gr: 9-12
15414 Mcdowell Mountain Road
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(480) 664-5400
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(480) 664-5400
Gr: 4-5 | 231 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 85268, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in 85268, AZ include Fountain Hills High School, Fountain Hills Middle School and Fountain Hills Virtual Academy.
How many public schools are located in 85268?
5 public schools are located in 85268.
What is the racial composition of students in 85268?
85268 public schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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