For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 1,106 students in 85259, AZ.
The top ranked public charter schools in 85259, AZ are Basis Scottsdale and Mission Montessori Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 85259 have an average math proficiency score of 87% (versus the Arizona public charter school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 47% statewide average). Charter schools in 85259, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Arizona public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Arizona public charter school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85259, AZ Public Charter Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Basis Scottsdale
Charter School
(Math: 90% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
10400 N 128th St
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 451-7500
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 451-7500
Grades: 4-12
| 981 students
Rank: #22.
Mission Montessori Academy
Charter School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12990 E Shea Blvd
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 860-4330
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 860-4330
Grades: K-8
| 125 students
85259, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
12440 E. Mountain View Rd.
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 289-2088
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 289-2088
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
11130 E. Cholla
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 484-7700
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 484-7700
Grades: PK-K
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in 85259, AZ?
The top ranked public charter schools in 85259, AZ include Basis Scottsdale and Mission Montessori Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 85259?
2 public charter schools are located in 85259.
What is the racial composition of students in 85259?
85259 public charter schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Arizona public charter schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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