For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 3,792 students in 85050, AZ.
The top ranked public middle schools in 85050, AZ are Desert Trails Elementary School, Pinnacle High School and Explorer Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 85050 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Arizona public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 85050, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Arizona public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public middle school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85050, AZ Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Desert Trails Elementary School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4315 E Cashman Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-4100
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-4100
Gr: PK-7 | 650 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Pinnacle High School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3535 E Mayo Blvd
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-4000
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-4000
Gr: 7-12 | 2,501 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #33.
Explorer Middle School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
22401 N 40th St
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-4200
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-4200
Gr: 7-8 | 641 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 85050, AZ?
The top ranked public middle schools in 85050, AZ include Desert Trails Elementary School, Pinnacle High School and Explorer Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 85050?
3 public middle schools are located in 85050.
What is the racial composition of students in 85050?
85050 public middle schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public middle schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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