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Best 85033 Arizona Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 19 public schools serving 13,618 students in 85033, AZ.
The top-ranked public schools in 85033, AZ are Sunset School, Westland School Brighton Campus and Tomahawk School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85033 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85033, AZ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

Best 85033, AZ Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sunset School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
6602 W Osborn Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85033
(623) 691-4600
Gr: PK-6 | 739 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Westland School Brighton Campus
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
8632 W Northern Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85033
(623) 271-9518
Gr: K-12 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #33.
Tomahawk School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
7820 W Turney Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85033
(623) 691-5800
Gr: PK-6 | 718 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Academy Of Math And Science Camelback
Charter School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
6633 W Camelback Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85033
(623) 547-5587
Gr: K-8 | 1,063 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #55.
Starlight Park College Preparatory And Community School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
7960 W Osborn Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85033
(623) 691-4700
Gr: PK-8 | 703 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Acclaim Academy
Charter School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
7624 W Indian School Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85033
(623) 691-0919
Gr: K-8 | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #77.
Heatherbrae School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
7070 W Heatherbrae Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85033
(623) 691-5200
Gr: PK-6 | 607 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #88.
Estrella Middle School College And Career Prep
(Math: 15% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
3733 N 75th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85033
(623) 691-5400
Gr: 6-8 | 650 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #99.
Pioneer Preparatory - A Challenge Foundation
Charter School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
6629 W Clarendon Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85033
(623) 933-3733
Gr: K-6 | 368 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1010.
Holiday Park School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
4417 N 66th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85033
(623) 691-4500
Gr: PK-6 | 530 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1111.
Western School Of Science And Technology
Charter School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
6515 W Indian School Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85033
(623) 249-3900
Gr: 7-12 | 516 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1212.
Westland School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
4141 N 67th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85033
(623) 247-6456
Gr: K-12 | 215 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #1313.
Premier Charter High School
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
7544 W Indian School Rd Ste A2
Phoenix, AZ 85033
(623) 245-1500
Gr: 9-12 | 140 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1414.
Desert Sands Academy Of Mass Communication & Journalism
(Math: 9% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
6308 W Campbell Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85033
(623) 691-4900
Gr: 6-8 | 510 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #15 - 1615. - 16.
G. Frank Davidson
(Math: 8% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
6935 W Osborn Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85033
(623) 691-1500
Gr: PK-6 | 629 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #15 - 1615. - 16.
Trevor Browne High School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
7402 W Catalina Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85033
(602) 764-8500
Gr: 9-12 | 2,850 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1717.
Victory Collegiate Academy
Charter School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3535 N 63rd Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85033
(623) 810-9781
Gr: K-8 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #1818.
Maryvale High School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3415 N 59th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85033
(602) 764-2000
Gr: 9-12 | 2,532 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
West-mec Western School Science Technology
Vocational School
6515 W Indian School Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85033
(623) 249-3900
Gr: 9-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 85033, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85033, AZ include Sunset School, Westland School Brighton Campus and Tomahawk School.
How many public schools are located in 85033?
19 public schools are located in 85033.
What is the racial composition of students in 85033?
85033 public schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

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