For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,300 students in 85086, AZ.
The top ranked public high schools in 85086, AZ are West-mec - Boulder Creek High School and Boulder Creek High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 85086 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Arizona public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 45% statewide average). High schools in 85086, AZ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arizona public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 85086 have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the Arizona average of 78%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Boulder Creek 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 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85086, AZ Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West-mec - Boulder Creek High School
Vocational School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 69% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
40404 N Gavilan Peak Pkwy
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-8600
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-8600
Gr: 9-12 | 3 students Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Boulder Creek High School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
40404 N Gavilan Peak Pkwy
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-8600
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-8600
Gr: 7-12 | 2,297 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: n/an/a
West-mec Ridgeline Academy
Vocational School
39808 N Gavilan Peak Pkwy
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 223-1335
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 223-1335
Gr: 7-12
85086, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Amcs At Anthem Dba Caurus Academy (Closed 2024)
Charter School
41900 N 42nd Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 551-5083
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 551-5083
Gr: K-12 | 214 students Minority enrollment: 31%
42302 North Vision Way
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(602) 864-1211
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(602) 864-1211
Gr: 9-10 | 41 students Minority enrollment: 26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 85086, AZ?
The top ranked public high schools in 85086, AZ include West-mec - Boulder Creek High School and Boulder Creek High School.
How many public high schools are located in 85086?
3 public high schools are located in 85086.
What is the racial composition of students in 85086?
85086 public high schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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