For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,735 students in 85396, AZ.
The top-ranked public schools in 85396, AZ are The Odyssey Preparatory Academy - Sienna Hills, West-mec - Verrado High School and Verrado High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85396 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85396, AZ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85396, AZ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
The Odyssey Preparatory Academy - Sienna Hills
Charter School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2400 N Sienna Hills Pkwy
Buckeye, AZ 85396
(623) 444-9654
Buckeye, AZ 85396
(623) 444-9654
Gr: K-5 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #22.
West-mec - Verrado High School
Vocational School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
20050 W Indian School Rd
Buckeye, AZ 85396
(623) 932-7400
Buckeye, AZ 85396
(623) 932-7400
Gr: 9-12 | 1 student
Rank: #33.
Verrado High School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
20050 W Indian School Rd
Buckeye, AZ 85396
(623) 932-7400
Buckeye, AZ 85396
(623) 932-7400
Gr: 9-12 | 2,012 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #44.
Festival Foothills Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
26252 W. Desert Vista Blvd.
Buckeye, AZ 85396
(928) 501-6000
Buckeye, AZ 85396
(928) 501-6000
Gr: PK-8 | 262 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #55.
Tartesso Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
29677 W Indianola Ave
Buckeye, AZ 85396
(623) 474-5400
Buckeye, AZ 85396
(623) 474-5400
Gr: PK-8 | 340 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: n/an/a
30919 W. White Tanks Vista Dr
Buckeye, AZ 85396
(623) 474-5601
Buckeye, AZ 85396
(623) 474-5601
Gr: PK-5 | 648 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 85396, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85396, AZ include The Odyssey Preparatory Academy - Sienna Hills, West-mec - Verrado High School and Verrado High School.
How many public schools are located in 85396?
6 public schools are located in 85396.
What is the racial composition of students in 85396?
85396 public schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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