For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,554 students in 85023, AZ.
The top-ranked public high schools in 85023, AZ are West-mec - Thunderbird High School and Thunderbird High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 85023 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Arizona public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 45% statewide average). High schools in 85023, AZ have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arizona public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 85023 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Arizona average of 78%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Thunderbird High School, with 90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arizona or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85023, AZ Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West-mec - Thunderbird High School
Vocational School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 55-59% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1750 W Thunderbird Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85023
(623) 915-8900
Phoenix, AZ 85023
(623) 915-8900
Gr: 9-12 | 7 students Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Thunderbird High School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1750 W Thunderbird Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85023
(623) 915-8900
Phoenix, AZ 85023
(623) 915-8900
Gr: 9-12 | 1,547 student Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
85023, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Unity Regional High School (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
2624 W. Lone Cactus Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85023
(623) 879-6763
Phoenix, AZ 85023
(623) 879-6763
Gr: 9-12 | 2 students Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 85023, AZ?
The top-ranked public high schools in 85023, AZ include West-mec - Thunderbird High School and Thunderbird High School.
How many public high schools are located in 85023?
2 public high schools are located in 85023.
What is the racial composition of students in 85023?
85023 public high schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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