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Best 85308 Arizona Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 21 public schools serving 10,009 students in 85308, AZ (there are 10 private schools, serving 1,370 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 85308, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 85308, AZ are Sierra Verde Steam Academy, Legend Springs Elementary School and Traditional Academy At Bellair. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85308 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85308, AZ have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

Best 85308, AZ Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sierra Verde Steam Academy
(Math: 69% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
7241 W Rose Garden Ln
Glendale, AZ 85308
(623) 376-4800
Gr: PK-8 | 932 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Legend Springs Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
21150 N Arrowhead Loop Rd
Glendale, AZ 85308
(623) 376-4500
Gr: PK-6 | 685 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #33.
Traditional Academy At Bellair
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
4701 W Grovers Ave
Glendale, AZ 85308
(602) 467-5700
Gr: PK-6 | 241 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #44.
Challenge Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
5801 W Greenbriar Dr
Glendale, AZ 85308
(602) 938-5411
Gr: K-6 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #55.
Highland Lakes School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
19000 N 63rd Ave
Glendale, AZ 85308
(623) 376-4300
Gr: PK-8 | 1,091 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #66.
Intelli-school Glendale
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
4961 W Bell Rd Ste B9
Glendale, AZ 85308
(602) 564-7210
Gr: 9-12 | 49 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #77.
Greenbrier Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
6150 W Greenbriar Dr
Glendale, AZ 85308
(602) 467-5500
Gr: PK-6 | 452 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #88.
Arrowhead Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
7490 W Union Hills Dr
Glendale, AZ 85308
(623) 376-4100
Gr: PK-6 | 515 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #99.
Mountain Shadows Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
19602 N 45th Ave
Glendale, AZ 85308
(623) 445-4300
Gr: PK-6 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #1010.
West-mec - Deer Valley High School
Vocational School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 45-49% )
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
18424 N 51st Ave
Glendale, AZ 85308
(602) 467-6700
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #1111.
Thrivepoint High School At Grovers
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
4744 W Grovers Ave
Glendale, AZ 85308
(602) 870-2000
Gr: 9-12 | 58 students Student-teacher ratio: 58:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #1212.
Park Meadows Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
20012 N 35th Ave
Glendale, AZ 85308
(623) 445-4100
Gr: PK-6 | 495 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #1313.
Desert Sky Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
5130 W Grovers Ave
Glendale, AZ 85308
(602) 467-6500
Gr: 7-8 | 640 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #1414.
Mirage Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
3910 W Grovers Ave
Glendale, AZ 85308
(602) 467-5300
Gr: PK-6 | 454 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #1515.
Deer Valley High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
18424 N 51st Ave
Glendale, AZ 85308
(602) 467-6700
Gr: 7-12 | 1,707 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #16 - 1716. - 17.
Thrivepoint High School At Buckeye
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
6213 S. Miller Ave., Suite 109
Glendale, AZ 85308
(602) 870-2000
Gr: 9-12 | 141 students Student-teacher ratio: 141:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #16 - 1716. - 17.
Thrivepoint High School At Metro
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
9640 N Metro Pkwy W Unit 147
Glendale, AZ 85308
(602) 870-2000
Gr: 9-12 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 216:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #18 - 1918. - 19.
Ombudsman Online Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
3624 West Bell Road Suite 4-6
Glendale, AZ 85308
(602) 840-2997
Gr: 9-12 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 78:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #18 - 1918. - 19.
Thrivepoint High School At Avondale
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1035 E. Van Buren Street, Suit
Glendale, AZ 85308
(602) 870-2000
Gr: 9-12 | 134 students Student-teacher ratio: 134:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #2020.
Thrivepoint High School At Union Hills
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
3515 W Union Hills Dr Ste 119
Glendale, AZ 85308
(602) 843-3891
Gr: 9-12 | 104 students Student-teacher ratio: 104:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #2121.
Thrivepoint High School At Surprise
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
16578 W Greenway Rd Ste 204 Bl
Glendale, AZ 85308
(602) 870-2000
Gr: 9-12 | 323 students Student-teacher ratio: 162:1 Minority enrollment: 55%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 85308, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85308, AZ include Sierra Verde Steam Academy, Legend Springs Elementary School and Traditional Academy At Bellair.
How many public schools are located in 85308?
22 public schools are located in 85308.
What percentage of students in 85308 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 85308 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85308?
85308 public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

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