For the 2025 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 6,043 students in 85031, AZ (there are , serving 433 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 85031, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
The top ranked public schools in 85031, AZ are Marc T. Atkinson Middle School & Gifted Academy, John F. Long and Liberty Traditional Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85031 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85031, AZ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85031, AZ Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Marc T. Atkinson Middle School & Gifted Academy
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4315 N Maryvale Pkwy
Phoenix, AZ 85031
(623) 691-1700
Phoenix, AZ 85031
(623) 691-1700
Gr: 6-8 | 197 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
John F. Long
(Math: 31% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4407 N 55th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85031
(623) 691-4300
Phoenix, AZ 85031
(623) 691-4300
Gr: PK-6 | 614 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Liberty Traditional Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4027 N 45th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85031
(602) 442-8791
Phoenix, AZ 85031
(602) 442-8791
Gr: K-8 | 181 students Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #44.
Bret R. Tarver Leadership Academy
(Math: 21% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4308 N 51st Ave Ste 102
Phoenix, AZ 85031
(623) 691-1900
Phoenix, AZ 85031
(623) 691-1900
Gr: PK-6 | 598 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
Glenn L. Downs Social Sciences Academy
(Math: 15% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3611 N 47th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85031
(623) 691-4200
Phoenix, AZ 85031
(623) 691-4200
Gr: PK-8 | 675 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Frank Borman School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3637 N 55th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85031
(623) 691-5000
Phoenix, AZ 85031
(623) 691-5000
Gr: PK-8 | 1,017 student Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
James W. Rice Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4530 W Campbell Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85031
(623) 848-8420
Phoenix, AZ 85031
(623) 848-8420
Gr: PK-8 | 742 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #88.
Justine Spitalny Ste3am School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3201 N 46th Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85031
(623) 691-4400
Phoenix, AZ 85031
(623) 691-4400
Gr: PK-8 | 630 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #99.
Eagle College Prep Maryvale
Charter School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3950 N 53rd Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85031
(602) 638-0820
Phoenix, AZ 85031
(602) 638-0820
Gr: K-8 | 357 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1010.
Cartwright Virtual Academy
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5220 W. Indian School Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85031
(623) 691-4066
Phoenix, AZ 85031
(623) 691-4066
Gr: K-8
Rank: #1111.
Cartwright School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2825 N 59th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85031
(623) 691-4100
Phoenix, AZ 85031
(623) 691-4100
Gr: PK-8 | 722 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
4730 W Campbell Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85031
(602) 246-5155
Phoenix, AZ 85031
(602) 246-5155
Gr: PK | 126 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: n/an/a
5480 W Campbell Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85031
(623) 691-5100
Phoenix, AZ 85031
(623) 691-5100
Gr: PK | 184 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
85031, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4730 W. Campbell
Phoenix, AZ 85031
(623) 848-8646
Phoenix, AZ 85031
(623) 848-8646
Gr: 4-8 | 1,102 student Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
4222 N 51st Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85031
(623) 691-1750
Phoenix, AZ 85031
(623) 691-1750
Gr: 6 | 438 students Minority enrollment: 93%
3611 North 47th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85031
(602) 528-5541
Phoenix, AZ 85031
(602) 528-5541
Gr: K-6
5350 West Indian School Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85031
(602) 944-2097
Phoenix, AZ 85031
(602) 944-2097
Gr: 9-12 | 274 students Minority enrollment: 98%
West-mec - Metrocenter Academy (Closed 2009)
Vocational School
9617 Metro Parkway West
Phoenix, AZ 85031
(602) 864-3980
Phoenix, AZ 85031
(602) 864-3980
Gr: 10-12
West-mec - Peoria Transition Center (Closed 2009)
Vocational School
7565 W. Peoria Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85031
(623) 738-0000
Phoenix, AZ 85031
(623) 738-0000
Gr: 8-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 85031, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in 85031, AZ include Marc T. Atkinson Middle School & Gifted Academy, John F. Long and Liberty Traditional Charter School.
How many public schools are located in 85031?
13 public schools are located in 85031.
What percentage of students in 85031 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 85031 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85031?
85031 public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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