For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 2,052 students in 85028, AZ.
The top-ranked public high schools in 85028, AZ are Basis Phoenix, Shadow Mountain High School and West-mec - Shadow 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 85028 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Arizona public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 45% statewide average). High schools in 85028, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Arizona public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 85028 have a Graduation Rate of 84%, which is more than the Arizona average of 78%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Basis Phoenix, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arizona or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Asian and 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.
Basis Phoenix
Charter School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
11850 N 32nd St
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 595-9870
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 595-9870
Gr: 5-12 | 781 students Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #22.
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: 8-12 | 1,148 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #33.
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 | 4 students Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #44.
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 | 119 students Minority enrollment: 29%
85028, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3602 East Cholla Street
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 493-6130
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 493-6130
Gr: K-6 | 449 students Minority enrollment: 17%
3540 E. Cholla
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 493-6220
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 493-6220
Gr: 9-12 | 27 students Minority enrollment: 26%
3540 E. Cholla
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 493-6220
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 493-6220
Gr: PK-6 | 174 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 85028, AZ?
The top-ranked public high schools in 85028, AZ include Basis Phoenix, Shadow Mountain High School and West-mec - Shadow Mountain High School.
How many public high schools are located in 85028?
4 public high schools are located in 85028.
What is the racial composition of students in 85028?
85028 public high schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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