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Best 85204 Arizona Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public high schools serving 8,504 students in 85204, AZ.
The top-ranked public high schools in 85204, AZ are Sequoia Village High School, Edkey Inc. - Sequoia Deaf School and Mesa High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 85204 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Arizona public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 45% statewide average). High schools in 85204, AZ have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 85204 have a Graduation Rate of 60%, which is less than the Arizona average of 78%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Mesa High School, with 80% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arizona or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Best 85204, AZ Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sequoia Village High School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
982 Full House Ln
Mesa, AZ 85204
(928) 537-1208
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #22.
Edkey Inc. - Sequoia Deaf School
Special Education School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1460 S Horne
Mesa, AZ 85204
(480) 890-4001
Gr: K-12 | 11 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #33.
Mesa High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1630 E Southern Ave
Mesa, AZ 85204
(480) 472-5900
Gr: 9-12 | 3,233 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #44.
Evit - Mesa High School
Vocational School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 33% )
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1630 E Southern Ave
Mesa, AZ 85204
(480) 461-4000
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #55.
Taylor Junior High School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
705 S 32nd St
Mesa, AZ 85204
(480) 472-1500
Gr: 7-9 | 908 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #66.
Sequoia Pathfinder Academy At Verrado Way And I-10
Charter School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
20370 W. Roosevelt St
Mesa, AZ 85204
(602) 712-0500
Gr: K-12 | 602 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #77.
Arizona Conservatory For Arts And Academics
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
2820 W Kelton Ln
Mesa, AZ 85204
(602) 266-4278
Gr: 6-12 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #88.
Sequoia Pathway Academy
Charter School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
19265 N Porter Rd
Mesa, AZ 85204
(520) 568-2112
Gr: K-12 | 674 students Student-teacher ratio: 37:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #99.
Kelly
Special Education School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1648 S 16th St
Mesa, AZ 85204
(602) 712-0500
Gr: K-12 | 21 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #1010.
Sequoia Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1460 S Horne
Mesa, AZ 85204
(480) 890-4001
Gr: K-12 | 764 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #1111.
Sun Valley High School
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1143 S Lindsay Rd
Mesa, AZ 85204
(480) 497-4800
Gr: 9-12 | 345 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 82%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 85204, AZ?
The top-ranked public high schools in 85204, AZ include Sequoia Village High School, Edkey Inc. - Sequoia Deaf School and Mesa High School.
How many public high schools are located in 85204?
12 public high schools are located in 85204.
What is the racial composition of students in 85204?
85204 public high schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

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