For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 835 students in 85119, AZ.
The top-ranked public schools in 85119, AZ are Desert Vista Elementary School and Four Peaks Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85119 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85119, AZ have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85119, AZ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Desert Vista Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3701 E Broadway Ave
Apache Junction, AZ 85119
(480) 677-7510
Apache Junction, AZ 85119
(480) 677-7510
Gr: PK-6 | 435 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
Four Peaks Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1755 N Idaho Rd
Apache Junction, AZ 85119
(480) 982-1110
Apache Junction, AZ 85119
(480) 982-1110
Gr: PK-6 | 400 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 85119, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85119, AZ include Desert Vista Elementary School and Four Peaks Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 85119?
2 public schools are located in 85119.
What is the racial composition of students in 85119?
85119 public schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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