For the 2025 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 5,425 students in 85040, AZ (there are , serving 324 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 85040, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
The top ranked public schools in 85040, AZ are South Mountain Preparatory Academy, Aim Higher College Prep Academy and Reyes Maria Ruiz Leadership Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85040 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85040, AZ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85040, AZ Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Mountain Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
449 E Southern Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-8531
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-8531
Gr: K-3 | 62 students Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #22.
Aim Higher College Prep Academy
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4848 S Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-7788
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-7788
Gr: 7-12 | 41 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Reyes Maria Ruiz Leadership Academy
Charter School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4848 S 2nd St
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-7788
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-7788
Gr: PK-6 | 352 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Phoenix International Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4310 E Broadway Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 842-2521
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 842-2521
Gr: K-8 | 185 students Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #55.
Irene Lopez School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4610 S 12th St
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 232-4920
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 232-4920
Gr: PK-8 | 481 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
South Phoenix Prep And Arts Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4039 E Raymond St Ste 3
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(877) 225-2118
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(877) 225-2118
Gr: K-4 | 285 students Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #77.
Nfl Yet College Prep Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4848 S 2nd St
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-7788
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-7788
Gr: 7-12 | 304 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #88.
South Valley Prep And Arts School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4039 E Raymond St Ste 3
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(877) 225-2118
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(877) 225-2118
Gr: 5-8 | 228 students Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #99.
Martin Luther King Early Childhood Center
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4615 S 22nd St
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 232-4910
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 232-4910
Gr: PK-3 | 218 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1010.
Pioneer Technology & Arts Academy Of Arizona
Charter School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1903 E Roeser Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 305-8865
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 305-8865
Gr: K-8 | 432 students Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1111.
South Mountain High School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5401 S 7th St
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 764-5000
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 764-5000
Gr: 9-12 | 2,171 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1212.
Percy L Julian School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2149 E Carver Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 232-4950
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 232-4950
Gr: K-8 | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1313.
Cesar E Chavez Community School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4001 S 3rd St
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 232-4940
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 232-4940
Gr: PK-8 | 417 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
85040, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4039 East Raymond St
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 437-3927
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 437-3927
Gr: K-8 | 141 students Minority enrollment: 87%
2033 E. Southern Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 268-0275
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 268-0275
Gr: K-6 | 403 students Minority enrollment: 96%
2019 E. Southern Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 305-7700
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 305-7700
Gr: 7-8 | 98 students Minority enrollment: 94%
449 East Southern
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 595-0195
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 595-0195
Gr: K-2
1522 E. Southern Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 276-1223
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 276-1223
Gr: K-8 | 186 students Minority enrollment: 98%
New Destiny Leadership Charter School (Closed 2013)
Charter School
1923 East Broadway Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 268-2234
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 268-2234
Gr: K-5 | 24 students
4848 S. 2nd St.
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-7788
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-7788
Gr: 4-6 | 206 students Minority enrollment: 96%
2019 East Southern Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 305-7700
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 305-7700
Gr: 9-12 | 5 students
Precision Academy System Charter School (Closed 2017)
Charter School
3906 East Braodway, Unit 105
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 453-3661
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 453-3661
Roosevelt Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
6000 South 7th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-4800
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-4800
Gr: K-8 | 55 students Minority enrollment: 91%
6401 South 16th St
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-4800
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-4800
Gr: K-8 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
2019 E. Southern Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 305-7700
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 305-7700
Gr: 9-12 | 54 students Minority enrollment: 96%
1522 E. Southern Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-1773
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-1773
Gr: K-8 | 131 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 85040, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in 85040, AZ include South Mountain Preparatory Academy, Aim Higher College Prep Academy and Reyes Maria Ruiz Leadership Academy.
How many public schools are located in 85040?
13 public schools are located in 85040.
What percentage of students in 85040 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 85040 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85040?
85040 public schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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