For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 687 students in 85268, AZ.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 85268, AZ are Fountain Hills Middle School, Fountain Hills Virtual Academy and Mcdowell Mountain Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 85268 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 85268, AZ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85268, AZ Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fountain Hills Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
16000 E Palisades Blvd
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(480) 664-5420
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(480) 664-5420
Gr: 4-8 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Fountain Hills Virtual Academy
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
16100 E Palisades Blvd
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(480) 664-5000
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(480) 664-5000
Gr: K-12 | 55 students Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #33.
Mcdowell Mountain Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
15414 N Mcdowell Mountain Rd
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(480) 664-5210
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(480) 664-5210
Gr: PK-5 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 85268, AZ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 85268, AZ include Fountain Hills Middle School, Fountain Hills Virtual Academy and Mcdowell Mountain Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 85268?
3 public elementary schools are located in 85268.
What is the racial composition of students in 85268?
85268 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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