For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 5,935 students in 85015, AZ (there are 2 private schools, serving 870 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 85015, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 85015, AZ are Metro Tech High School, Midtown Primary School and Empower College Prep. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85015 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85015, AZ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85015, AZ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Metro Tech High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1900 W Thomas Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 764-8000
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 764-8000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,781 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Midtown Primary School
Charter School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4735 N 19th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 265-5133
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 265-5133
Gr: K-5 | 103 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #33.
Empower College Prep
Charter School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2411 W Colter St
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 283-5720
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 283-5720
Gr: K-8 | 697 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #44.
Maryland Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6503 N 21st Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 347-2300
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 347-2300
Gr: PK-8 | 594 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #55.
Empower College Prep High School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2411 W Colter St
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 283-5720
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 283-5720
Gr: 7-12 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #66.
Westwood Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4711 N 23rd Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 242-2442
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 242-2442
Gr: K-5 | 614 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #77.
Maie Bartlett Heard School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2301 W Thomas Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 257-3880
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 257-3880
Gr: PK-8 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #88.
Imagine Camelback Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5050 N. 19th Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 344-4620
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 344-4620
Gr: 6-8 | 169 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #99.
Linda Abril Educational Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3000 N 19th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 764-0050
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 764-0050
Gr: 10-12 | 246 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1010.
Choice Learning Academy
(Math: 6% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5330 N 23rd Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 246-0699
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 246-0699
Gr: 4-8 | 462 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #1111.
Solano School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1526 W Missouri Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 707-2600
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(602) 707-2600
Gr: PK-8 | 466 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 85015, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85015, AZ include Metro Tech High School, Midtown Primary School and Empower College Prep.
How many public schools are located in 85015?
11 public schools are located in 85015.
What percentage of students in 85015 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 85015 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85015?
85015 public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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