For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,601 students in 85016, AZ.
The top-ranked public high schools in 85016, AZ are Ridgeview College Preparatory High School, Leona Connected High School and Camelback High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 85016 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Arizona public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 45% statewide average). High schools in 85016, AZ have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 85016 have a Graduation Rate of 69%, which is less than the Arizona average of 78%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Camelback High School, with 81% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arizona or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85016, AZ Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ridgeview College Preparatory High School
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1645 W Skyline Drive
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(480) 360-4518
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(480) 360-4518
Gr: 9-12 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #22.
Leona Connected High School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1376 E Cottonwood Ln
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 396-5627
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 396-5627
Gr: 9-12 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 38:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #33.
Camelback High School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4612 N 28th St
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 764-7000
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 764-7000
Gr: 9-12 | 2,106 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 85016, AZ?
The top-ranked public high schools in 85016, AZ include Ridgeview College Preparatory High School, Leona Connected High School and Camelback High School.
How many public high schools are located in 85016?
3 public high schools are located in 85016.
What is the racial composition of students in 85016?
85016 public high schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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