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Best 85050 Arizona Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 3,792 students in 85050, AZ.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85050, AZ are Desert Trails Elementary School, Pinnacle High School and Explorer Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 85050 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Arizona public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 85050, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Arizona public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public middle school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Best 85050, AZ Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Desert Trails Elementary School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
4315 E Cashman Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-4100
Gr: PK-7 | 650 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Pinnacle High School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
3535 E Mayo Blvd
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-4000
Gr: 7-12 | 2,501 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #33.
Explorer Middle School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
22401 N 40th St
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-4200
Gr: 7-8 | 641 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 19%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 85050, AZ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85050, AZ include Desert Trails Elementary School, Pinnacle High School and Explorer Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 85050?
3 public middle schools are located in 85050.
What is the racial composition of students in 85050?
85050 public middle schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public middle schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

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