For the 2025-26 school year, there are 12 public high schools serving 4,363 students in 85021, AZ.
The top ranked public high schools in 85021, AZ are West-mec - Sunnyslope High School, Sunnyslope High School and Intelli-school - Paradise Valley. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 85021 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Arizona public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 45% statewide average). High schools in 85021, AZ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arizona public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 85021 have a Graduation Rate of 77%, which is less than the Arizona average of 78%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Sunnyslope High School, with 93% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arizona or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85021, AZ Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West-mec - Sunnyslope High School
Vocational School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
35 W Dunlap Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(623) 915-8760
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(623) 915-8760
Gr: 9-12 | 8 students Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Sunnyslope High School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
35 W Dunlap Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(623) 915-8760
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(623) 915-8760
Gr: 9-12 | 2,270 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #33.
Intelli-school - Paradise Valley
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1427 E. Bell Rd. Ste 102-103
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 564-7285
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 564-7285
Gr: 9-12 | 49 students Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #44.
West-mec - Washington High School
Vocational School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2217 W Glendale Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(623) 915-8400
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(623) 915-8400
Gr: 9-12 | 5 students Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #55.
Washington High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2217 W Glendale Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(623) 915-8400
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(623) 915-8400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,702 student Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #66.
Intelli-school - Metro Center
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3327 W Peoria Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 564-7345
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 564-7345
Gr: 9-12 | 69 students Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #77.
Asdb - Phoenix Day School For The Deaf
Special Education School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7654 N 19th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 771-5400
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 771-5400
Gr: PK-12 | 215 students Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: n/an/a
The Excel Center - Papago
Charter School
4837 E Mcdowell Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 535-4401
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 535-4401
Gr: 9-12 | 14 students Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: n/an/a
Intellischool Online
Charter School
2222 W Northern Ave Ste A110
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 564-7384
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 564-7384
Gr: 9-12 | 9 students Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: n/an/a
Pas Charter Online
Charter School
2222 W Northern Ave Ste A110
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 564-7384
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 564-7384
Gr: 9-12 | 7 students Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: n/an/a
Pillar Academy Of Business & Finance
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
1589 E Plantation Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(928) 346-3925
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(928) 346-3925
Gr: 9-12 | 11 students
Rank: n/an/a
Sc Jensen Online
Charter School
2222 W Northern Ave Ste A110
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 564-7384
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 564-7384
Gr: 9-12 | 4 students Minority enrollment: 75%
85021, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Canyon View Prep Academy (Closed 2023)
Charter School
9030 E Florentine Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(928) 775-5115
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(928) 775-5115
Gr: 9-12
Cornerstone Charter School (Closed 2003)
Charter School
7107 N. Black Canyon Hwy
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 525-6652
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 525-6652
Gr: 7-12 | 81 students Minority enrollment: 59%
7107 N. Black Canyon Hwy.
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 957-1234
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 957-1234
Gr: 6-10 | 106 students Minority enrollment: 72%
Dragonfleye Charter School (Closed 2007)
Charter School
10202 N. 19th Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 944-4322
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 944-4322
Gr: K-9 | 113 students Minority enrollment: 38%
1118 W. Glendale Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 870-3372
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 870-3372
Gr: 1-11 | 71 students Minority enrollment: 38%
1118 West Glendale Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 943-4986
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 943-4986
Gr: K-8 | 104 students Minority enrollment: 50%
Pillar Academy Online (Closed 2023)
Charter School
2400 W Dunlap Ave Ste 150
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(888) 430-7701
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(888) 430-7701
Gr: 9-12 | 9 students Minority enrollment: 89%
1118 West Glendale Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 249-2645
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 249-2645
Gr: K-8 | 24 students Minority enrollment: 13%
2045 W Northern Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85021
Phoenix, AZ 85021
108 students Minority enrollment: 66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 85021, AZ?
The top ranked public high schools in 85021, AZ include West-mec - Sunnyslope High School, Sunnyslope High School and Intelli-school - Paradise Valley.
How many public high schools are located in 85021?
12 public high schools are located in 85021.
What is the racial composition of students in 85021?
85021 public high schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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