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Best 85031 Arizona Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public elementary schools serving 5,582 students in 85031, AZ.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 85031, AZ are Marc T. Atkinson Middle School & Gifted Academy, John F. Long and Liberty Traditional Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 85031 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 85031, AZ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

Best 85031, AZ Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Marc T. Atkinson Middle School & Gifted Academy
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
4315 N Maryvale Pkwy
Phoenix, AZ 85031
(623) 691-1700
Gr: 6-8 | 205 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
John F. Long
(Math: 31% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
4407 N 55th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85031
(623) 691-4300
Gr: PK-6 | 641 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Liberty Traditional Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
4027 N 45th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85031
(602) 442-8791
Gr: K-8 | 159 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #44.
Bret R. Tarver Leadership Academy
(Math: 21% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
4308 N 51st Ave Ste 102
Phoenix, AZ 85031
(623) 691-1900
Gr: PK-6 | 617 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Glenn L. Downs Social Sciences Academy
(Math: 15% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
3611 N 47th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85031
(623) 691-4200
Gr: PK-8 | 684 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
Frank Borman School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
3637 N 55th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85031
(623) 691-5000
Gr: PK-8 | 960 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
James W. Rice Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
4530 W Campbell Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85031
(623) 848-8420
Gr: PK-8 | 686 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #88.
Justine Spitalny Ste3am School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
3201 N 46th Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85031
(623) 691-4400
Gr: PK-8 | 667 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #99.
Eagle College Prep Maryvale
Charter School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
3950 N 53rd Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85031
(602) 638-0820
Gr: K-8 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1010.
Cartwright Virtual Academy
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
5220 W. Indian School Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85031
(623) 691-4066
Gr: K-8
Rank: #1111.
Cartwright School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
2825 N 59th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85031
(623) 691-4100
Gr: PK-8 | 670 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 85031, AZ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 85031, AZ include Marc T. Atkinson Middle School & Gifted Academy, John F. Long and Liberty Traditional Charter School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 85031?
11 public elementary schools are located in 85031.
What is the racial composition of students in 85031?
85031 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

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