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Best 85012 Arizona Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public high schools serving 3,517 students in 85012, AZ.
The top-ranked public high schools in 85012, AZ are Arizona Agribusiness & Equine Center - Estrella, Basis Phoenix Central Primary and Phoenix Coding Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 85012 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Arizona public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 45% statewide average). High schools in 85012, AZ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 85012 have a Graduation Rate of 81%, which is more than the Arizona average of 78%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Aaec - Smcc Campus, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arizona or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Best 85012, AZ Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Arizona Agribusiness & Equine Center - Estrella
Charter School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
3400 Dysart Rd, Bldgs A-d
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(623) 535-0754
Gr: 9-12 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #22.
Basis Phoenix Central Primary
Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
201 E Indianola Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 962-7393
Gr: K-12 | 239 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #33.
Phoenix Coding Academy
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
4445 N Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 764-5700
Gr: 9-12 | 224 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #44.
Arizona Agribusiness & Equine Center Inc. - Prescott Valley
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 65-69% )
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
7500 E Civic Cir
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(928) 775-3200
Gr: 9-12 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Aaec Online
Charter School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1440 S Longhorn
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(480) 222-3999
Gr: 9-12 | 51 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Arizona Agribusiness & Equine Center Inc. - Mesa
Charter School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1440 S Longmore
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(480) 222-3999
Gr: 9-12 | 97 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #77.
Aaec - Smcc Campus
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
2002 E Baseline Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 323-9890
Gr: 9-12 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #88.
Central High School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
4525 N Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 764-7500
Gr: 9-12 | 1,733 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: n/an/a
Aaec Show Low
Charter School
1152 School House Ln
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 297-8500
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Phoenix Educator Preparatory
4525 N Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 764-1051
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Pxu City
4502 N Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 764-1100
Gr: 9-12 | 85 students Student-teacher ratio: 43:1 Minority enrollment: 96%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 85012, AZ?
How many public high schools are located in 85012?
11 public high schools are located in 85012.
What is the racial composition of students in 85012?
85012 public high schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

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