For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,512 students in 85208, AZ.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 85208, AZ are Patterson Elementary School, Brinton Elementary School and Jefferson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 85208 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 85208, AZ have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85208, AZ Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Patterson Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
615 S Cheshire
Mesa, AZ 85208
(480) 472-9700
Mesa, AZ 85208
(480) 472-9700
Gr: PK-6 | 762 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Brinton Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
11455 E Sunland Ave
Mesa, AZ 85208
(480) 472-4075
Mesa, AZ 85208
(480) 472-4075
Gr: PK-6 | 485 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #33.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
120 S Jefferson Ave
Mesa, AZ 85208
(480) 472-8700
Mesa, AZ 85208
(480) 472-8700
Gr: PK-6 | 576 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #44.
Stevenson Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
638 S 96th St
Mesa, AZ 85208
(480) 472-9000
Mesa, AZ 85208
(480) 472-9000
Gr: PK-6 | 689 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
85208, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
10222 E. Southern Ave.
Mesa, AZ 85208
(480) 472-9650
Mesa, AZ 85208
(480) 472-9650
Gr: 7-12 | 70 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 85208, AZ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 85208, AZ include Patterson Elementary School, Brinton Elementary School and Jefferson Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 85208?
4 public elementary schools are located in 85208.
What is the racial composition of students in 85208?
85208 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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