For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 303 students in 85205, AZ.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 85205, AZ are Self Development Charter School and Self Development Online Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 85205 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the Arizona public charter school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 47% statewide average). Charter schools in 85205, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arizona public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public charter school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85205, AZ Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Self Development Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1709 N Greenfield Rd
Mesa, AZ 85205
(480) 641-2640
Mesa, AZ 85205
(480) 641-2640
Gr: K-8 | 301 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #22.
Self Development Online Academy
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1709 N Greenfield Rd
Mesa, AZ 85205
(480) 641-2640
Mesa, AZ 85205
(480) 641-2640
Gr: K-8 | 2 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 85205, AZ?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 85205, AZ include Self Development Charter School and Self Development Online Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 85205?
2 public charter schools are located in 85205.
What is the racial composition of students in 85205?
85205 public charter schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public charter schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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