For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 5,310 students in 85017, AZ.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 85017, AZ are Alhambra Traditional School, Bennett Academy and Ocotillo School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 85017 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 85017, AZ have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85017, AZ Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alhambra Traditional School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5725 N 27th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 484-8816
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 484-8816
Gr: K-8 | 733 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #22.
Bennett Academy
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2930 W Bethany Home Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 943-1317
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 943-1317
Gr: K-8
Rank: #33.
Ocotillo School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3225 W Ocotillo Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 347-2400
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 347-2400
Gr: K-6 | 604 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #44.
Pan-american Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3001 W. Indian School
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 266-3989
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 266-3989
Gr: K-12 | 1,221 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Cordova Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5631 N 35th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 841-0704
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 841-0704
Gr: PK-8 | 589 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #66.
Granada Elementary School-west Campus
(Math: 19% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3232 W Campbell Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 841-1403
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 841-1403
Gr: PK-4 | 905 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #77.
Synergy Public School
Charter School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2701 W Bethany Home Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(480) 416-1040
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(480) 416-1040
Gr: K-8 | 575 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #88.
Granada Elementary School-east Campus
(Math: 9% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3022 W Campbell Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 589-0110
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(602) 589-0110
Gr: 4-8 | 683 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 85017, AZ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 85017, AZ include Alhambra Traditional School, Bennett Academy and Ocotillo School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 85017?
8 public elementary schools are located in 85017.
What is the racial composition of students in 85017?
85017 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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