For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,980 students in 85050, AZ.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 85050, AZ are Desert Trails Elementary School, Wildfire Elementary School and Sky Crossing Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 85050 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 85050, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85050, AZ Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Desert Trails Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4315 E Cashman Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-4100
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-4100
Grades: PK-7
| 650 students
Rank: #22.
Wildfire Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3997 E Lockwood Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-4300
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-4300
Grades: PK-6
| 443 students
Rank: #33.
Sky Crossing Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3300 E. Sky Crossing Way
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-5900
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-5900
Grades: PK-6
| 561 students
Rank: #44.
Sunset Canyon School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2727 E Siesta Ln
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-5100
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-5100
Grades: PK-6
| 326 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 85050, AZ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 85050, AZ include Desert Trails Elementary School, Wildfire Elementary School and Sky Crossing Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 85050?
4 public elementary schools are located in 85050.
What is the racial composition of students in 85050?
85050 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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