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Best 85042 Arizona Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 4,465 students in 85042, AZ (there are 5 private schools, serving 807 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 85042, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 85042, AZ are Paideia Liberal Arts Academy, Desert Marigold School and Cloves C Campbell Sr Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85042 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85042, AZ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

Best 85042, AZ Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Paideia Liberal Arts Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1535 E Baseline Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 343-3043
Gr: 7-12 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #22.
Desert Marigold School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
6210 S 28th St
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 243-6909
Gr: K-12 | 286 students Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #33.
Cloves C Campbell Sr Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
2624 E South Mountain Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 304-3170
Gr: PK-8 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #44.
Nevitt Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
4525 E Saint Anne Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 431-6640
Gr: PK-5 | 712 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #55.
The Paideia Academy Of South Phoenix
Charter School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
7777 S 15th Ter
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 343-3040
Gr: K-12 | 579 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Hope College And Career Readiness Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
6401 S 16th St
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 875-5265
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Quest High School
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
217 E Olympic Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 243-8496
Gr: 9-12 | 84 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #88.
John F Kennedy Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
6825 S 10th St
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 232-4220
Gr: PK-4 | 352 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #99.
T G Barr School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2041 E Vineyard Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 232-4950
Gr: PK-8 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1010.
C O Greenfield School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
7009 S 10th St
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 232-4240
Gr: K-8 | 453 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1111.
Maxine O Bush Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
602 E Siesta Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 232-4260
Gr: PK-8 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #12 - 1312. - 13.
Iamrsdonline Academy
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
6000 S 7th St
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 304-3180
Gr: K-8
Rank: #12 - 1312. - 13.
South Pointe High School
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
8325 S Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 243-0600
Gr: 9-12 | 615 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1414.
Amy L. Houston Academy
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5% )
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
7139 S 10th St
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 232-4230
Gr: PK-8 | 22 students Minority enrollment: 96%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 85042, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85042, AZ include Paideia Liberal Arts Academy, Desert Marigold School and Cloves C Campbell Sr Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 85042?
14 public schools are located in 85042.
What percentage of students in 85042 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 85042 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85042?
85042 public schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

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