For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 2,195 students in 85236, AZ.
The top ranked public school in 85236, AZ is Williams Field High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85236 have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the Arizona public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85236, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85236, AZ Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Williams Field High School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2076 S. Higley Road
Higley, AZ 85236
(480) 279-8000
Higley, AZ 85236
(480) 279-8000
Grades: 8-12
| 2,195 students
Rank: n/an/a
402 W Narramore
Higley, AZ 85236
(623) 386-9701
Higley, AZ 85236
(623) 386-9701
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 85236, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in 85236, AZ include Williams Field High School.
How many public schools are located in 85236?
2 public schools are located in 85236.
What is the racial composition of students in 85236?
85236 public schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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