For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,930 students in 85086, AZ.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 85086, AZ are Diamond Canyon School, Gavilan Peak School and Stepping Stones Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 85086 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 85086, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85086, AZ Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Diamond Canyon School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
40004 N Liberty Bell Way
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-8000
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-8000
Gr: PK-8 | 737 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Gavilan Peak School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2701 W Memorial Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-7400
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-7400
Gr: PK-8 | 533 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #33.
Stepping Stones Academy
Charter School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
35812 N 7th St
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 465-4910
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 465-4910
Gr: K-8 | 219 students Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #44.
Anthem School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
41020 N Freedom Way
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 376-3700
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 376-3700
Gr: PK-8 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #55.
Sunset Ridge School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
35707 N 33rd Ln
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-7800
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-7800
Gr: PK-8 | 590 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #66.
Desert Mountain School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
35959 N 7th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-3500
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-3500
Gr: PK-8 | 425 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
85086, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Amcs At Anthem Dba Caurus Academy (Closed 2024)
Charter School
41900 N 42nd Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 551-5083
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 551-5083
Gr: K-12 | 214 students Minority enrollment: 31%
42302 North Vision Way
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(602) 864-1211
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(602) 864-1211
Gr: 9-10 | 41 students Minority enrollment: 26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 85086, AZ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 85086, AZ include Diamond Canyon School, Gavilan Peak School and Stepping Stones Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 85086?
6 public elementary schools are located in 85086.
What is the racial composition of students in 85086?
85086 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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