For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,563 students in 85044, AZ.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 85044, AZ are Basis Ahwatukee, Kyrene De La Colina School and Kyrene De Las Lomas School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 85044 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 85044, AZ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Arizona public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85044, AZ Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Basis Ahwatukee
Charter School
(Math: 86% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
10210 S 50th Pl
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 659-2294
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 659-2294
Grades: 4-12
| 668 students
Rank: #22.
Kyrene De La Colina School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
13612 S 36th St
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 541-2600
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 541-2600
Grades: PK-5
| 446 students
Rank: #33.
Kyrene De Las Lomas School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
11820 S Warner Elliot Loop
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 541-3400
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 541-3400
Grades: PK-5
| 450 students
Rank: #44.
Kyrene De La Esperanza School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
14841 S 41st Pl
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 541-2800
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 541-2800
Grades: PK-5
| 429 students
Rank: #55.
Kyrene Centennial Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
13808 S 36th St
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 541-6400
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 541-6400
Grades: 5-8
| 570 students
85044, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
3820 E. Ray Rd.
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 961-2214
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 961-2214
Grades: K-7
| 60 students
13612 South 36th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 541-1000
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 541-1000
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
14647 S. 50th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 961-5370
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 961-5370
Grades: K-8
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 85044, AZ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 85044, AZ include Basis Ahwatukee, Kyrene De La Colina School and Kyrene De Las Lomas School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 85044?
5 public elementary schools are located in 85044.
What is the racial composition of students in 85044?
85044 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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