For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,928 students in 85259, AZ.
The top-ranked public high schools in 85259, AZ are Basis Scottsdale, Desert Mountain High School and Evit - Desert Mountain High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 85259 have an average math proficiency score of 79% (versus the Arizona public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 45% statewide average). High schools in 85259, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Arizona public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 85259 have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the Arizona average of 78%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Basis Scottsdale, with ≥95% 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 Asian), which is less than the Arizona public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85259, AZ Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Basis Scottsdale
Charter School
(Math: 86% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
10400 N 128th St
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 451-7500
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 451-7500
Gr: 4-12 | 1,023 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #22.
Desert Mountain High School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
12575 E. Via Linda
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 484-7000
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 484-7000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,905 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #33.
Evit - Desert Mountain High School
Vocational School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 55-59% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12575 E. Via Linda
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 484-7000
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 484-7000
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 85259, AZ?
The top-ranked public high schools in 85259, AZ include Basis Scottsdale, Desert Mountain High School and Evit - Desert Mountain High School.
How many public high schools are located in 85259?
3 public high schools are located in 85259.
What is the racial composition of students in 85259?
85259 public high schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Arizona public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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