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Best 85017 Arizona Public Charter Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public charter schools serving 1,377 students in 85017, AZ.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 85017, AZ are Think Through Academy, Bennett Academy and Technical Campus. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 85017 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Arizona public charter school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 47% statewide average). Charter schools in 85017, AZ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public charter school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

Best 85017, AZ Public Charter Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Think Through Academy
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
3232 W Thomas Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(623) 233-4523
Gr: 9-12 | 42 students Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #22.
Bennett Academy
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2930 W Bethany Home Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 943-1317
Gr: K-8 | 112 students Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #33.
Technical Campus
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
3816 N 27th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 285-5525
Gr: 9-12 | 370 students Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #44.
Career And College Prep
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
6201 N 35th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 973-6018
Gr: 7-12 | 92 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
Arizona Collegiate High School
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
3161 N 33rd Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(623) 498-8200
Gr: 9-12 | 144 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Synergy Public School
Charter School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
2701 W Bethany Home Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(480) 416-1040
Gr: K-8 | 558 students Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #77.
Robert L. Duffy High School
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10% )
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3816 N 27th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 393-4200
Gr: 7-12 | 59 students Minority enrollment: 93%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 85017 Arizona

85017, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
All Aboard Charter School (Closed 2024)
Charter School
5827 N 35th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 433-0500
Gr: K-5 | 106 students Minority enrollment: 86%
Career Success Jrsr High School - Woods Campus (Closed 2013)
3160 North 33rd Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 296-5552
Gr: 9-12
Desiderata High School (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
2920 N. 34th Drive
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 764-0800
Gr: 9-12 | 73 students Minority enrollment: 78%
E-cademie A Charter High School - Woods (Closed 2010)
Charter School
3160 North 33 Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 278-5552
Gr: 9-12
Homebound (Closed 2006)
3535 N 27th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 271-3192
Gr: PK-12 | 21 students Minority enrollment: 43%
Homebound High School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
3535 N 27th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 764-1736
Gr: 9-12 | 21 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Montebello School (Closed 2023)
5725 N 27th Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 336-2000
Gr: K-8 | 1,257 student Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Pan-american Charter School (Closed 2024)
Charter School
3001 W. Indian School
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 266-3989
Gr: K-12 | 1,170 student Minority enrollment: 98%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 85017, AZ?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 85017, AZ include Think Through Academy, Bennett Academy and Technical Campus.
How many public charter schools are located in 85017?
7 public charter schools are located in 85017.
What is the racial composition of students in 85017?
85017 public charter schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public charter schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

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