Best 85042 Arizona Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public high schools serving 1,830 students in 85042, AZ.
The top-ranked public high schools in 85042, AZ are Paideia Liberal Arts Academy, Desert Marigold School and The Paideia Academy Of South Phoenix. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 85042 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Arizona public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 45% statewide average). High schools in 85042, AZ have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 85042 have a Graduation Rate of 46%, which is less than the Arizona average of 78%.
The school with highest graduation rate is South Pointe High School, with 50-54% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arizona or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Best 85042, AZ Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Paideia Liberal Arts Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1535 E Baseline Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 343-3043
Gr: 7-12 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #22.
Desert Marigold School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
6210 S 28th St
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 243-6909
Gr: K-12 | 286 students Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #33.
The Paideia Academy Of South Phoenix
Charter School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
7777 S 15th Ter
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 343-3040
Gr: K-12 | 579 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Hope College And Career Readiness Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
6401 S 16th St
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 875-5265
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Quest High School
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
217 E Olympic Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 243-8496
Gr: 9-12 | 84 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #66.
South Pointe High School
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
8325 S Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 243-0600
Gr: 9-12 | 615 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 97%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 85042, AZ?
The top-ranked public high schools in 85042, AZ include Paideia Liberal Arts Academy, Desert Marigold School and The Paideia Academy Of South Phoenix.
How many public high schools are located in 85042?
6 public high schools are located in 85042.
What is the racial composition of students in 85042?
85042 public high schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

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