For the 2025-26 school year, there are 6 public middle schools serving 1,707 students in 85021, AZ.
The top ranked public middle schools in 85021, AZ are Bennett Academy - Venture Site, Sage Academy and Orangewood School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 85021 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Arizona public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 85021, AZ have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public middle school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85021, AZ Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bennett Academy - Venture Site
Charter School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 60-79% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1535 W Dunlap Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 242-4220
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 242-4220
Gr: K-7 | 56 students Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #22.
Sage Academy
Charter School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
10220 N 25th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 485-3402
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 485-3402
Gr: K-8 | 110 students Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #33.
Orangewood School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7337 N 19th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 347-2900
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 347-2900
Gr: PK-8 | 772 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #44.
Royal Palm Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8520 N 19th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 347-3200
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 347-3200
Gr: 5-8 | 468 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #55.
Asdb - Phoenix Day School For The Deaf
Special Education School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7654 N 19th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 771-5400
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 771-5400
Gr: PK-12 | 215 students Minority enrollment: 84%
8520 N 19th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 347-3900
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 347-3900
Gr: K-8 | 86 students Minority enrollment: 79%
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School
Location
Quick Facts
Canyon View Prep Academy (Closed 2023)
Charter School
9030 E Florentine Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(928) 775-5115
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(928) 775-5115
Gr: 9-12
Cornerstone Charter School (Closed 2003)
Charter School
7107 N. Black Canyon Hwy
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 525-6652
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 525-6652
Gr: 7-12 | 81 students Minority enrollment: 59%
7107 N. Black Canyon Hwy.
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 957-1234
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 957-1234
Gr: 6-10 | 106 students Minority enrollment: 72%
Dragonfleye Charter School (Closed 2007)
Charter School
10202 N. 19th Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 944-4322
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 944-4322
Gr: K-9 | 113 students Minority enrollment: 38%
1118 W. Glendale Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 870-3372
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 870-3372
Gr: 1-11 | 71 students Minority enrollment: 38%
1118 West Glendale Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 943-4986
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 943-4986
Gr: K-8 | 104 students Minority enrollment: 50%
Pillar Academy Online (Closed 2023)
Charter School
2400 W Dunlap Ave Ste 150
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(888) 430-7701
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(888) 430-7701
Gr: 9-12 | 9 students Minority enrollment: 89%
1118 West Glendale Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 249-2645
Phoenix, AZ 85021
(602) 249-2645
Gr: K-8 | 24 students Minority enrollment: 13%
2045 W Northern Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85021
Phoenix, AZ 85021
108 students Minority enrollment: 66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 85021, AZ?
The top ranked public middle schools in 85021, AZ include Bennett Academy - Venture Site, Sage Academy and Orangewood School.
How many public middle schools are located in 85021?
6 public middle schools are located in 85021.
What is the racial composition of students in 85021?
85021 public middle schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public middle schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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