For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,457 students in 85007, AZ (there are , serving 65 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 85007, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 85007, AZ are Metropolitan Arts Institute, Franklin Police And Fire High School and Capitol Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85007 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Arizona public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85007, AZ have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85007, AZ Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Metropolitan Arts Institute
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1700 N. 7th Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85007
(602) 258-9500
Phoenix, AZ 85007
(602) 258-9500
Grades: 7-12
| 251 students
Rank: #22.
Franklin Police And Fire High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1645 W Mcdowell Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85007
(602) 764-0200
Phoenix, AZ 85007
(602) 764-0200
Grades: 9-12
| 324 students
Rank: #33.
Capitol Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
330 N 16th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85007
(602) 257-3835
Phoenix, AZ 85007
(602) 257-3835
Grades: PK-8
| 365 students
Rank: #44.
Mary Mcleod Bethune School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1310 S 15th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85007
(602) 257-3830
Phoenix, AZ 85007
(602) 257-3830
Grades: PK-8
| 359 students
Rank: #55.
Paul Dunbar Lawrence School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
707 W Grant St
Phoenix, AZ 85007
(602) 257-3844
Phoenix, AZ 85007
(602) 257-3844
Grades: PK-8
| 158 students
85007, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1624 West Adams - Education Sy
Phoenix, AZ 85007
Phoenix, AZ 85007
Grades: 5-12
| 28 students
1529 West Mcdowell Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85007
(623) 444-7963
Phoenix, AZ 85007
(623) 444-7963
Grades: K-8
| 73 students
1529 West Mcdowell Road
Phoenix, AZ 85007
(602) 523-9090
Phoenix, AZ 85007
(602) 523-9090
Grades: 6-8
| 66 students
1529 W. Mcdowell Rd.
Phoenix, AZ 85007
(602) 523-9090
Phoenix, AZ 85007
(602) 523-9090
Grades: K-7
| 132 students
1529 W. Mcdowell Rd.
Phoenix, AZ 85007
(602) 523-9090
Phoenix, AZ 85007
(602) 523-9090
Grades: K-7
| 132 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 85007, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in 85007, AZ include Metropolitan Arts Institute, Franklin Police And Fire High School and Capitol Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 85007?
5 public schools are located in 85007.
What percentage of students in 85007 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 85007 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85007?
85007 public schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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