For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 3,845 students in 85209, AZ.
The top-ranked public high schools in 85209, AZ are Desert Ridge High School, Evit - Desert Ridge High School and State Online School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 85209 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Arizona public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 45% statewide average). High schools in 85209, AZ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 85209 have a Graduation Rate of 72%, which is less than the Arizona average of 78%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Desert Ridge High School, with 89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arizona or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85209, AZ Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Desert Ridge High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10045 E Madero Ave
Mesa, AZ 85209
(480) 984-8947
Mesa, AZ 85209
(480) 984-8947
Gr: 8-12 | 2,103 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Evit - Desert Ridge High School
Vocational School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 49% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10045 E Madero Ave
Mesa, AZ 85209
(480) 461-4000
Mesa, AZ 85209
(480) 461-4000
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #33.
State Online School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2500 S Power Rd Ste 215, Ste 2
Mesa, AZ 85209
(602) 641-8254
Mesa, AZ 85209
(602) 641-8254
Gr: K-12 | 839 students Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #44.
Virtual School Of Arizona
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2500 S Power Rd Ste 215
Mesa, AZ 85209
(602) 641-8254
Mesa, AZ 85209
(602) 641-8254
Gr: K-12 | 849 students Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: n/an/a
10222 E Southern Ave
Mesa, AZ 85209
(480) 472-9650
Mesa, AZ 85209
(480) 472-9650
Gr: 7-12 | 54 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 85209, AZ?
The top-ranked public high schools in 85209, AZ include Desert Ridge High School, Evit - Desert Ridge High School and State Online School.
How many public high schools are located in 85209?
5 public high schools are located in 85209.
What is the racial composition of students in 85209?
85209 public high schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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