For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,549 students in 85085, AZ.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 85085, AZ are Sonoran Foothills School, Ridgeline Academy Inc. and Norterra Canyon School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 85085 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 85085, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85085, AZ Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sonoran Foothills School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
32150 N North Foothills Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85085
(623) 445-8400
Phoenix, AZ 85085
(623) 445-8400
Gr: PK-8 | 935 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Ridgeline Academy Inc.
Charter School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
33625 N North Valley Pkwy
Phoenix, AZ 85085
(623) 223-1335
Phoenix, AZ 85085
(623) 223-1335
Gr: K-12 | 1,019 student Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #33.
Norterra Canyon School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2200 W Maya Way
Phoenix, AZ 85085
(623) 445-8200
Phoenix, AZ 85085
(623) 445-8200
Gr: PK-8 | 595 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: n/an/a
2225 W Whispering Wind Dr Ste
Phoenix, AZ 85085
(602) 674-5555
Phoenix, AZ 85085
(602) 674-5555
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 85085, AZ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 85085, AZ include Sonoran Foothills School, Ridgeline Academy Inc. and Norterra Canyon School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 85085?
4 public elementary schools are located in 85085.
What is the racial composition of students in 85085?
85085 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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