For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 1,724 students in 85003, AZ.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 85003, AZ are Vista College Preparatory - Hadley, Vista College Prep - Maryvale and Kenilworth Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 85003 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 85003, AZ have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85003, AZ Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Vista College Preparatory - Hadley
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
812 S 6th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 374-7159
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 374-7159
Grades: K-8
| 236 students
Rank: #22.
Vista College Prep - Maryvale
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4520 W Mcdowell Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 601-7069
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 601-7069
Grades: K-8
| 421 students
Rank: #33.
Kenilworth Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1210 N 5th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 257-3889
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 257-3889
Grades: PK-8
| 489 students
Rank: #44.
Lowell Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1121 S 3rd Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 257-3902
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 257-3902
Grades: PK-8
| 274 students
Rank: n/an/a
2133 W Peoria Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 612-3327
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 612-3327
Grades: K-4
| 187 students
Rank: n/an/a
Vista College Preparatory - Metro North Middle School
Charter School
2133 W Peoria Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 612-3327
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 612-3327
Grades: 5-8
| 117 students
85003, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
415 West Grant St
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 254-1844
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 254-1844
Grades: K-8
| n/a students
Jail-maricopa County Sheriffs Office Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
225 W Washington St
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 876-1000
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 876-1000
Grades: 9-12
| 95 students
358 North 5th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 452-4700
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 452-4700
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Phoenix Thomas J Pappas Regional Elementary School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
355 North 5th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 452-4700
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 452-4700
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
374 N 6th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 452-4700
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 452-4700
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
812 South 6th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 262-2200
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 262-2200
Grades: K-6
| 128 students
374 N. 6th Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 452-4737
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 452-4737
Grades: 6-9
| n/a students
301 W. Roosevelt
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 258-6990
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 258-6990
Grades: 9-12
| 89 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 85003, AZ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 85003, AZ include Vista College Preparatory - Hadley, Vista College Prep - Maryvale and Kenilworth Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 85003?
6 public elementary schools are located in 85003.
What is the racial composition of students in 85003?
85003 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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