For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,193 students in 85251, AZ (there are , serving 755 private students). 74% of all K-12 students in 85251, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
The top ranked public schools in 85251, AZ are Navajo Elementary School, Pima Elementary School and Hirsch Academy A Challenge Foundation. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85251 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85251, AZ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85251, AZ Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Navajo Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4525 N Granite Reef Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 484-2600
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 484-2600
Gr: PK-6 | 464 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Pima Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8330 E Osborn Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 484-2800
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 484-2800
Gr: PK-6 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #33.
Hirsch Academy A Challenge Foundation
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6535 E Osborn Rd Ste 401
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 488-9362
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 488-9362
Gr: K-6 | 173 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Echo Canyon K-8
(Math: 35% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4330 N 62nd St
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 484-7500
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 484-7500
Gr: PK-8 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #55.
Champion San Tan
Charter School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1846 E Bella Vista Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 765-2223
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 765-2223
Gr: K-8 | 424 students Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #66.
Champion Chandler
Charter School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
222 South Mcqueen Road
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 664-3379
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 664-3379
Gr: K-8 | 401 students Minority enrollment: 89%
85251, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
7303 East Earl Dr
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(877) 202-0338
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(877) 202-0338
Gr: 7-12 | 1 student
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 85251, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in 85251, AZ include Navajo Elementary School, Pima Elementary School and Hirsch Academy A Challenge Foundation.
How many public schools are located in 85251?
6 public schools are located in 85251.
What percentage of students in 85251 go to public school?
74% of all K-12 students in 85251 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85251?
85251 public schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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