For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,651 students in 85259, AZ.
The top ranked public middle schools in 85259, AZ are Basis Scottsdale, Mission Montessori Academy and Mountainside Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 85259 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Arizona public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 85259, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Arizona public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Arizona public middle school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85259, AZ Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Basis Scottsdale
Charter School
(Math: 86% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
10400 N 128th St
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 451-7500
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 451-7500
Grades: 4-12
| 981 students
Rank: #22.
Mission Montessori Academy
Charter School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12990 E Shea Blvd
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 860-4330
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 860-4330
Grades: K-8
| 125 students
Rank: #33.
Mountainside Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11256 N 128th St
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 484-5500
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 484-5500
Grades: 6-8
| 545 students
85259, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
12440 E. Mountain View Rd.
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 289-2088
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 289-2088
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
11130 E. Cholla
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 484-7700
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 484-7700
Grades: PK-K
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 85259, AZ?
The top ranked public middle schools in 85259, AZ include Basis Scottsdale, Mission Montessori Academy and Mountainside Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 85259?
3 public middle schools are located in 85259.
What is the racial composition of students in 85259?
85259 public middle schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Arizona public middle schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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