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Best 85226 Arizona Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,948 students in 85226, AZ.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85226, AZ are Kyrene Aprende Middle School, Kyrene Traditional Academy and Kyrene Del Pueblo Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 85226 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Arizona public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 85226, AZ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arizona public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public middle school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Best 85226, AZ Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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: #33.
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 middle schools in 85226, AZ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85226, AZ include Kyrene Aprende Middle School, Kyrene Traditional Academy and Kyrene Del Pueblo Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 85226?
3 public middle schools are located in 85226.
What is the racial composition of students in 85226?
85226 public middle schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public middle schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

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