For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,193 students in 85251, AZ (there are , serving 755 private students). 74% of all K-12 students in 85251, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
The top-ranked public schools in 85251, AZ are Navajo Elementary School, Pima Elementary School and Hirsch Academy A Challenge Foundation. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85251 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85251, AZ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85251, AZ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Navajo Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4525 N Granite Reef Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 484-2600
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 484-2600
Gr: PK-6 | 464 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Pima Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8330 E Osborn Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 484-2800
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 484-2800
Gr: PK-6 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #33.
Hirsch Academy A Challenge Foundation
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6535 E Osborn Rd Ste 401
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 488-9362
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 488-9362
Gr: K-6 | 173 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Echo Canyon K-8
(Math: 35% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4330 N 62nd St
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 484-7500
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 484-7500
Gr: PK-8 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #55.
Champion San Tan
Charter School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1846 E Bella Vista Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 765-2223
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 765-2223
Gr: K-8 | 424 students Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #66.
Champion Chandler
Charter School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
222 South Mcqueen Road
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 664-3379
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 664-3379
Gr: K-8 | 401 students Minority enrollment: 89%
85251, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
7303 East Earl Dr
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(877) 202-0338
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(877) 202-0338
Gr: 7-12 | 1 student
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 85251, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85251, AZ include Navajo Elementary School, Pima Elementary School and Hirsch Academy A Challenge Foundation.
How many public schools are located in 85251?
6 public schools are located in 85251.
What percentage of students in 85251 go to public school?
74% of all K-12 students in 85251 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85251?
85251 public schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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