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Best 85251 Arizona Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,113 students in 85251, AZ.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 85251, AZ are Navajo Elementary School, Pima Elementary School and Hirsch Academy A Challenge Foundation. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 85251 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 85251, AZ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

Best 85251, AZ Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Navajo Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
4525 N Granite Reef Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 484-2600
Gr: PK-6 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Pima Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
8330 E Osborn Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 484-2800
Gr: PK-6 | 332 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #33.
Hirsch Academy A Challenge Foundation
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
6535 E Osborn Rd Ste 401
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 488-9362
Gr: K-6 | 160 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #44.
Echo Canyon K-8
(Math: 35% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
4330 N 62nd St
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 484-7500
Gr: PK-8 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #55.
Champion San Tan
Charter School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1846 E Bella Vista Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 765-2223
Gr: K-8 | 458 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #66.
Champion Chandler
Charter School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
222 South Mcqueen Road
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 664-3379
Gr: K-8 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 90%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 85251, AZ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 85251, AZ include Navajo Elementary School, Pima Elementary School and Hirsch Academy A Challenge Foundation.
How many public elementary schools are located in 85251?
6 public elementary schools are located in 85251.
What is the racial composition of students in 85251?
85251 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

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