For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,562 students in 85206, AZ (there are 1 private school, serving 150 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 85206, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 85206, AZ are Franklin Accelerated Academy - Brimhall Campus, Franklin Junior High School and Johnson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85206 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85206, AZ have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85206, AZ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Franklin Accelerated Academy - Brimhall Campus
(Math: 85% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
4949 E Southern Ave
Mesa, AZ 85206
(480) 472-2600
Mesa, AZ 85206
(480) 472-2600
Gr: PK-6 | 889 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Franklin Junior High School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
4949 E Southern Ave
Mesa, AZ 85206
(480) 472-8990
Mesa, AZ 85206
(480) 472-8990
Gr: 7-9 | 288 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #33.
Johnson Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3807 E Pueblo Ave
Mesa, AZ 85206
(480) 427-6800
Mesa, AZ 85206
(480) 427-6800
Gr: PK-6 | 562 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #44.
Madison Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
849 S Sunnyvale
Mesa, AZ 85206
(480) 472-8800
Mesa, AZ 85206
(480) 472-8800
Gr: PK-6 | 374 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #55.
Wilson Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5619 E Glade Ave
Mesa, AZ 85206
(480) 472-9250
Mesa, AZ 85206
(480) 472-9250
Gr: PK-6 | 449 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 85206, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85206, AZ include Franklin Accelerated Academy - Brimhall Campus, Franklin Junior High School and Johnson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 85206?
5 public schools are located in 85206.
What percentage of students in 85206 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 85206 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85206?
85206 public schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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