For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public middle schools serving 3,418 students in 85008, AZ.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85008, AZ are Sonoran Science Academy - Phoenix, Wilson Elementary School and Papago School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 85008 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Arizona public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 85008, AZ have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public middle school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85008, AZ Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sonoran Science Academy - Phoenix
Charter School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4837 E Mcdowell Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 244-9855
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 244-9855
Gr: K-12 | 452 students Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #22.
Wilson Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2929 E Fillmore St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 683-2400
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 683-2400
Gr: 4-8 | 511 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Papago School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2013 N 36th St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 381-6100
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 381-6100
Gr: PK-8 | 813 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #44.
Balsz Online Academy (B.o.a.)
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4825 E Roosevelt St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6400
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6400
Gr: K-8 | 29 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #55.
The Creighton Academy
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2802 E. Mcdowell Roaad
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 381-6060
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 381-6060
Gr: PK-8 | 447 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #66.
Gateway School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1100 N 35th St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 381-4665
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 381-4665
Gr: PK-8 | 530 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #77.
Pat Tillman Middle School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4309 E Belleview Street
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6500
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6500
Gr: PK-8 | 636 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: n/an/a
Nueva Vista School / Arizona State Hospital
Special Education School
2500 E Van Buren St # G1181
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 244-1331
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 244-1331
Gr: K-12
85008, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
425 North 36th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 389-4271
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 389-4271
Gr: K-8 | 83 students Minority enrollment: 96%
5048 East Oak St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6800
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6800
Gr: 7-8 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
2030 North 36th St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(480) 755-8222
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(480) 755-8222
Gr: K-12
3535 East Mcdowell Road
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 957-9557
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 957-9557
Gr: K-12 | 93 students Minority enrollment: 86%
3005 East Fillmore St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 850-2600
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 850-2600
Gr: 9-12 | 302 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 85008, AZ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85008, AZ include Sonoran Science Academy - Phoenix, Wilson Elementary School and Papago School.
How many public middle schools are located in 85008?
8 public middle schools are located in 85008.
What is the racial composition of students in 85008?
85008 public middle schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public middle schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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