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Best 85021 Arizona Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 2,159 students in 85021, AZ.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 85021, AZ are Bennett Academy - Venture Site, Sage Academy and Orangewood School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 85021 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 85021, AZ have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

Best 85021, AZ Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bennett Academy - Venture Site
Charter School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 60-79% )
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
1535 W Dunlap Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 242-4220
Gr: K-7
Rank: #22.
Sage Academy
Charter School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
10220 N 25th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 485-3402
Gr: K-8 | 77 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #33.
Orangewood School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
7337 N 19th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 347-2900
Gr: PK-8 | 797 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #44.
Royal Palm Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
8520 N 19th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 347-3200
Gr: 5-8 | 465 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #55.
Richard E Miller School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2021 W Alice Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 347-3000
Gr: K-5 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #66.
Asdb - Phoenix Day School For The Deaf
Special Education School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
7654 N 19th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 771-5400
Gr: PK-12 | 173 students Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: n/an/a
Basis Phoenix North
Charter School
Cross Streets 303 And 17
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(480) 289-2088
Gr: K-8 | 152 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: n/an/a
Washington Elementary School District Online Learning Academ
8520 N 19th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 347-3900
Gr: K-8 | 81 students Minority enrollment: 74%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 85021, AZ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 85021, AZ include Bennett Academy - Venture Site, Sage Academy and Orangewood School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 85021?
8 public elementary schools are located in 85021.
What is the racial composition of students in 85021?
85021 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

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