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Best 85338 Arizona Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 16 public schools serving 11,119 students in 85338, AZ (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,186 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 85338, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 85338, AZ are Wildflower Accelerated Academy, Estrella Mountain Elementary School and West-mec - Estrella Foothills High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85338 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85338, AZ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

Best 85338, AZ Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wildflower Accelerated Academy
(Math: 50% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
325 S Wildflower Dr
Goodyear, AZ 85338
(623) 772-5205
Gr: PK-8 | 750 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #22.
Estrella Mountain Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
10301 S San Miguel Ave
Goodyear, AZ 85338
(623) 327-2820
Gr: PK-8 | 525 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #33.
West-mec - Estrella Foothills High School
Vocational School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 45-49% )
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
13033 S Estrella Pkwy
Goodyear, AZ 85338
(623) 327-2400
Gr: 9-12 | 1 student
Rank: #44.
Westar Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
17777 W Westar Dr
Goodyear, AZ 85338
(623) 237-2840
Gr: PK-8 | 815 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #55.
Legacy Traditional School - Goodyear
Charter School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
16060 W Lower Buckeye Rd
Goodyear, AZ 85338
(623) 233-1100
Gr: K-8 | 585 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #66.
West-mec - Desert Edge High School
Vocational School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49% )
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
15778 W Yuma Rd
Goodyear, AZ 85338
(623) 932-7500
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #77.
Las Brisas Academy
(Math: 37% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
18211 W Las Brisas Dr
Goodyear, AZ 85338
(623) 237-2860
Gr: PK-8 | 663 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #88.
Copper Trails
(Math: 34% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
16875 W Canyon Trails Blvd
Goodyear, AZ 85338
(623) 772-4100
Gr: PK-8 | 1,020 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #99.
Estrella Foothills High School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
13033 S Estrella Pkwy
Goodyear, AZ 85338
(623) 327-2470
Gr: 9-12 | 1,592 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #1010.
Centerra Mirage Stem Academy
(Math: 40% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
15151 W Centerra Dr S
Goodyear, AZ 85338
(623) 772-4800
Gr: PK-8 | 659 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #1111.
Desert Thunder
(Math: 30% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
16750 W Garfield St
Goodyear, AZ 85338
(623) 772-4700
Gr: PK-8 | 928 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #1212.
Desert Star
(Math: 33% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2131 S 157th Ave
Goodyear, AZ 85338
(623) 772-4600
Gr: PK-8 | 637 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #1313.
Desert Edge High School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
15778 W Yuma Rd
Goodyear, AZ 85338
(623) 932-7500
Gr: 9-12 | 2,106 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #1414.
Somerset Academy Skyway Campus
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
14900 W Van Buren St
Goodyear, AZ 85338
(602) 208-4629
Gr: K-8 | 143 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #1515.
Incito Schools
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
877 N Sarival Ave
Goodyear, AZ 85338
(602) 819-7170
Gr: K-8 | 179 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #1616.
Eliseo C. Felix School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
540 E La Pasada Blvd
Goodyear, AZ 85338
(623) 772-4300
Gr: 2-5 | 516 students Student-teacher ratio: 32:1 Minority enrollment: 92%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 85338, AZ?
How many public schools are located in 85338?
16 public schools are located in 85338.
What percentage of students in 85338 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 85338 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85338?
85338 public schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

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