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Best 85226 Arizona Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,194 students in 85226, AZ (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,216 private students). 79% of all K-12 students in 85226, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 85226, AZ are Kyrene Del Cielo School, Kyrene De La Mirada School and Kyrene De Las Brisas School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85226 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85226, AZ have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

Best 85226, AZ Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kyrene Del Cielo School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
1350 N Lakeshore Dr
Chandler, AZ 85226
(480) 541-2400
Gr: PK-5 | 655 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
Kyrene De La Mirada School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
5500 W Galveston St
Chandler, AZ 85226
(480) 541-4200
Gr: PK-5 | 583 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #33.
Kyrene De Las Brisas School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
777 N Desert Breeze Blvd E Bld
Chandler, AZ 85226
(480) 541-2000
Gr: PK-5 | 573 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #44.
Kyrene De La Paloma School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
5000 W Whitten St
Chandler, AZ 85226
(480) 541-5000
Gr: PK-5 | 435 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #55.
Kyrene Aprende Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
777 N. Desert Breeze Blvd. Eas
Chandler, AZ 85226
(480) 541-6200
Gr: 4-8 | 834 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #66.
Kyrene Traditional Academy
(Math: 49% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
3375 W Galveston St
Chandler, AZ 85226
(480) 541-5400
Gr: PK-8 | 549 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #77.
Kyrene Del Pueblo Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
360 S Twelve Oaks Blvd
Chandler, AZ 85226
(480) 541-6800
Gr: 4-8 | 565 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 53%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 85226, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85226, AZ include Kyrene Del Cielo School, Kyrene De La Mirada School and Kyrene De Las Brisas School.
How many public schools are located in 85226?
7 public schools are located in 85226.
What percentage of students in 85226 go to public school?
79% of all K-12 students in 85226 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85226?
85226 public schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

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