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Best 85212 Arizona Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public high schools serving 8,238 students in 85212, AZ.
The top-ranked public high schools in 85212, AZ are Basis Mesa, Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic High School and Eastmark High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 85212 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Arizona public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 45% statewide average). High schools in 85212, AZ have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arizona public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 85212 have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is more than the Arizona average of 78%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arizona or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Best 85212, AZ Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Basis Mesa
Charter School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
5010 S Eastmark Pkwy
Mesa, AZ 85212
(602) 239-4807
Gr: K-12 | 894 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #22.
Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic High School
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
7350 E. Innovation Way South
Mesa, AZ 85212
(480) 727-5769
Gr: 8-12 | 489 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #33.
Eastmark High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
9560 E Ray Rd
Mesa, AZ 85212
(480) 474-6950
Gr: 7-12 | 1,889 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #44.
American Leadership Academy Virtual
Charter School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
6913 E Rembrandt Ave
Mesa, AZ 85212
(480) 420-2101
Gr: K-12 | 660 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: n/an/a
American Leadership Academy - Sierra Vista K-12
Charter School
3039 Leadership Way
Mesa, AZ 85212
(480) 420-2101
Gr: K-12 | 704 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: n/an/a
American Leadership Academy Mesa North K-12
Charter School
5901 E Thomas Rd
Mesa, AZ 85212
(480) 420-2101
Gr: K-12 | 698 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: n/an/a
American Leadership Academy Of Applied Technologies
Charter School
7729 E. Pecos Road
Mesa, AZ 85212
(480) 420-2101
Gr: K-12 | 628 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: n/an/a
American Leadership Academy West Foothills K-12
Charter School
14582 N. Sarival Ave
Mesa, AZ 85212
(480) 861-1320
Gr: K-12 | 2,276 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: n/an/a
Evit - American Leadership Academy Of Applied Technologies
Vocational School
7729 E Pecos Rd
Mesa, AZ 85212
(480) 896-9960
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Evit Eastmark High School
Vocational School
9560 E Ray Rd
Mesa, AZ 85212
(480) 474-6955
Gr: 9-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 85212, AZ?
The top-ranked public high schools in 85212, AZ include Basis Mesa, Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic High School and Eastmark High School.
How many public high schools are located in 85212?
10 public high schools are located in 85212.
What is the racial composition of students in 85212?
85212 public high schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

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