For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,643 students in 85051, AZ.
The top-ranked public high schools in 85051, AZ are West-mec - Cortez High School, Cortez High School and Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Maya High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 85051 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Arizona public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 45% statewide average). High schools in 85051, AZ have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 85051 have a Graduation Rate of 56%, which is less than the Arizona average of 78%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Cortez High School, with 85% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arizona or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85051, AZ Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West-mec - Cortez High School
Vocational School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8828 N 31st Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85051
(623) 915-8200
Phoenix, AZ 85051
(623) 915-8200
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #22.
Cortez High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8828 N 31st Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85051
(623) 915-8200
Phoenix, AZ 85051
(623) 915-8200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,132 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #33.
Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Maya High School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3660 W Glendale Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85051
(602) 242-3442
Phoenix, AZ 85051
(602) 242-3442
Gr: 9-12 | 401 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: n/an/a
Heritage Academy Pointe
Charter School
10215 N 43rd Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85051
(623) 209-0017
Phoenix, AZ 85051
(623) 209-0017
Gr: 7-12 | 110 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 85051, AZ?
The top-ranked public high schools in 85051, AZ include West-mec - Cortez High School, Cortez High School and Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Maya High School.
How many public high schools are located in 85051?
4 public high schools are located in 85051.
What is the racial composition of students in 85051?
85051 public high schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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