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Best 85053 Arizona Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 1,749 students in 85053, AZ.
The top-ranked public high schools in 85053, AZ are West-mec - Greenway High School, Greenway High School and Ombudsman - Charter West. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 85053 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Arizona public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 45% statewide average). High schools in 85053, AZ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arizona public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 85053 have a Graduation Rate of 79%, which is more than the Arizona average of 78%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Imagine Prep Surprise, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arizona or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Best 85053, AZ Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West-mec - Greenway High School
Vocational School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64% )
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
3930 W Greenway Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85053
(623) 915-8500
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #22.
Greenway High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
3930 W Greenway Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85053
(623) 915-8500
Gr: 9-12 | 1,318 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #33.
Ombudsman - Charter West
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2909 W. Bell Road
Phoenix, AZ 85053
(602) 564-8102
Gr: 9-12 | 176 students Student-teacher ratio: 44:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #44.
Imagine Prep Surprise
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
14850 N 156th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85053
(623) 344-1770
Gr: 9-12 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: n/an/a
West-mec Gateway Community College
Vocational School
2931 W Bell Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85053
(602) 392-5000
Gr: 9-12 | 4 students Minority enrollment: 25%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 85053, AZ?
The top-ranked public high schools in 85053, AZ include West-mec - Greenway High School, Greenway High School and Ombudsman - Charter West.
How many public high schools are located in 85053?
5 public high schools are located in 85053.
What is the racial composition of students in 85053?
85053 public high schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

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