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Best 85040 Arizona Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public elementary schools serving 3,006 students in 85040, AZ.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 85040, AZ are Advance U, Reyes Maria Ruiz Leadership Academy and Phoenix International Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 85040 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 85040, AZ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

Best 85040, AZ Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Advance U
Charter School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
449 E Southern Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-8531
Gr: K-4 | 72 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Reyes Maria Ruiz Leadership Academy
Charter School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
4848 S 2nd St
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-7788
Gr: PK-6 | 331 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Rank: #33.
Phoenix International Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
4310 E Broadway Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 842-2521
Gr: K-8 | 252 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #44.
Irene Lopez School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
4610 S 12th St
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 232-4920
Gr: PK-8 | 483 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
South Phoenix Prep And Arts Academy
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
4039 E Raymond St Ste 3
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(877) 225-2118
Gr: K-4 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #66.
South Valley Prep And Arts School
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
4039 E Raymond St Ste 3
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(877) 225-2118
Gr: 5-8 | 259 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #77.
Martin Luther King Early Childhood Center
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
4615 S 22nd St
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 232-4910
Gr: PK-3 | 238 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #88.
Pioneer Technology & Arts Academy Of Arizona
Charter School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1903 E Roeser Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 305-8865
Gr: K-8 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #99.
Percy L Julian School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
2149 E Carver Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 232-4950
Gr: K-8 | 256 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1010.
Cesar E Chavez Community School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
4001 S 3rd St
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 232-4940
Gr: PK-8 | 408 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 85040, AZ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 85040, AZ include Advance U, Reyes Maria Ruiz Leadership Academy and Phoenix International Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 85040?
10 public elementary schools are located in 85040.
What is the racial composition of students in 85040?
85040 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

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