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Best 85086 Arizona Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 5,136 students in 85086, AZ.
The top-ranked public schools in 85086, AZ are Diamond Canyon School, Gavilan Peak School and Stepping Stones Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85086 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85086, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

Best 85086, AZ Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Diamond Canyon School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
40004 N Liberty Bell Way
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-8000
Gr: PK-8 | 740 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Gavilan Peak School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
2701 W Memorial Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-7400
Gr: PK-8 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #33.
Stepping Stones Academy
Charter School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
35812 N 7th St
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 465-4910
Gr: K-8 | 221 students Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #44.
West-mec - Boulder Creek High School
Vocational School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 69% )
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
40404 N Gavilan Peak Pkwy
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-8600
Gr: 9-12 | 1 student
Rank: #55.
Anthem School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
41020 N Freedom Way
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 376-3700
Gr: PK-8 | 400 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #66.
Sunset Ridge School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
35707 N 33rd Ln
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-7800
Gr: PK-8 | 563 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #77.
Desert Mountain School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
35959 N 7th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-3500
Gr: PK-8 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #88.
Boulder Creek High School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
40404 N Gavilan Peak Pkwy
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-8600
Gr: 7-12 | 2,221 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #99.
Amcs At Anthem Dba Caurus Academy
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
41900 N 42nd Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 551-5083
Gr: K-12 | 79 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: n/an/a
West-mec Ridgeline Academy
Vocational School
39808 N Gavilan Peak Pkwy
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 223-1335
Gr: 7-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 85086, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85086, AZ include Diamond Canyon School, Gavilan Peak School and Stepping Stones Academy.
How many public schools are located in 85086?
10 public schools are located in 85086.
What is the racial composition of students in 85086?
85086 public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

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