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Best 85302 Arizona Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public middle schools serving 2,977 students in 85302, AZ.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85302, AZ are Sahuaro Ranch Elementary School, Heritage School and Horizon School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 85302 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Arizona public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 85302, AZ have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public middle school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

Best 85302, AZ Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sahuaro Ranch Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
10401 N 63rd Ave
Glendale, AZ 85302
(623) 412-4775
Gr: PK-8 | 590 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #22.
Heritage School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
5312 W Mountain View Rd
Glendale, AZ 85302
(623) 412-4525
Gr: PK-8 | 493 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #33.
Horizon School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
8520 N 47th Ave
Glendale, AZ 85302
(623) 237-4010
Gr: K-8 | 904 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #44.
Ethos Academy- A Challenge Foundation Academy
Charter School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
8840 N 43rd Ave
Glendale, AZ 85302
(623) 249-3211
Gr: K-8 | 350 students Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #55.
Glendale American School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
8530 N 55th Ave
Glendale, AZ 85302
(623) 237-4008
Gr: PK-8 | 640 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 85302 Arizona

85302, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Alternative Campus (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
4508 W Northern
Glendale, AZ 85302
(623) 435-6000
Homeboundother Health Impaired High School (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
4508 W Northern Ave
Glendale, AZ 85302
(623) 842-1350
Gr: 9-12 | 30 students Minority enrollment: 33%
Tutor Time - Peoria67th Elementary School (Closed 2007)
10260 N. 67th Ave.
Glendale, AZ 85302
(623) 572-0080
Gr: K | 30 students Minority enrollment: 37%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 85302, AZ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85302, AZ include Sahuaro Ranch Elementary School, Heritage School and Horizon School.
How many public middle schools are located in 85302?
5 public middle schools are located in 85302.
What is the racial composition of students in 85302?
85302 public middle schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public middle schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

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