For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,930 students in 85086, AZ.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 85086, AZ are Stepping Stones Academy, Diamond Canyon School and Gavilan Peak School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 85086 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 85086, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85086, AZ Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Stepping Stones Academy
Charter School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
35812 N 7th St
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 465-4910
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 465-4910
Grades: K-8
| 219 students
Rank: #22.
Diamond Canyon School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
40004 N Liberty Bell Way
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-8000
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-8000
Grades: PK-8
| 737 students
Rank: #33.
Gavilan Peak School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2701 W Memorial Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-7400
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-7400
Grades: PK-8
| 533 students
Rank: #44.
Anthem School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
41020 N Freedom Way
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 376-3700
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 376-3700
Grades: PK-8
| 426 students
Rank: #55.
Desert Mountain School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
35959 N 7th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-3500
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-3500
Grades: PK-8
| 425 students
Rank: #66.
Sunset Ridge School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
35707 N 33rd Ln
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-7800
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-7800
Grades: PK-8
| 590 students
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School
Location
Grades
Students
Amcs At Anthem Dba Caurus Academy (Closed 2024)
Charter School
41900 N 42nd Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 551-5083
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 551-5083
Grades: K-12
| 214 students
42302 North Vision Way
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(602) 864-1211
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(602) 864-1211
Grades: 9-10
| 41 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 85086, AZ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 85086, AZ include Stepping Stones Academy, Diamond Canyon School and Gavilan Peak School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 85086?
6 public elementary schools are located in 85086.
What is the racial composition of students in 85086?
85086 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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