For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,213 students in 85028, AZ.
The top-ranked public high schools in 85028, AZ are Shadow Mountain High School, West-mec - Shadow Mountain High School and Accelerated Learning Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 85028 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Arizona public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 45% statewide average). High schools in 85028, AZ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arizona public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 85028 have a Graduation Rate of 81%, which is more than the Arizona average of 78%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Shadow Mountain High School, with 86% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arizona or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85028, AZ Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shadow Mountain High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2902 E Shea Blvd
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 449-3000
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 449-3000
Gr: 7-12 | 1,080 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
West-mec - Shadow Mountain High School
Vocational School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2902 E Shea Blvd
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 449-3000
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 449-3000
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #33.
Accelerated Learning Center
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4105 E Shea Blvd
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 485-0309
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 485-0309
Gr: 9-12 | 133 students Minority enrollment: 38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 85028, AZ?
The top-ranked public high schools in 85028, AZ include Shadow Mountain High School, West-mec - Shadow Mountain High School and Accelerated Learning Center.
How many public high schools are located in 85028?
3 public high schools are located in 85028.
What is the racial composition of students in 85028?
85028 public high schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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