For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 473 students in 85215, AZ (there are 2 private schools, serving 30 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 85215, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public school in 85215, AZ is K-8 Stem Academy At Red Mountain Ranch. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 85215 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85215, AZ have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85215, AZ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
K-8 Stem Academy At Red Mountain Ranch
(Math: 55% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6650 E Raftriver St
Mesa, AZ 85215
(480) 472-7900
Mesa, AZ 85215
(480) 472-7900
Gr: PK-8 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 85215, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85215, AZ include K-8 Stem Academy At Red Mountain Ranch.
How many public schools are located in 85215?
1 public schools are located in 85215.
What percentage of students in 85215 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 85215 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85215?
85215 public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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