For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 4,011 students in 85259, AZ (there are , serving 269 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 85259, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
The top-ranked public schools in 85259, AZ are Basis Scottsdale, Desert Mountain High School and Anasazi Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85259 have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85259, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85259, AZ Public 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 | 981 students Minority enrollment: 74%
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 | 1,940 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #33.
Anasazi Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
12121 N 124th St
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 484-7300
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 484-7300
Gr: PK-5 | 420 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #44.
Mission Montessori Academy
Charter School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12990 E Shea Blvd
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 860-4330
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 860-4330
Gr: K-8 | 125 students Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #55.
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
Rank: #66.
Mountainside Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11256 N 128th St
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 484-5500
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 484-5500
Gr: 6-8 | 545 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
85259, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
11130 E. Cholla
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 484-7700
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 484-7700
Gr: PK-K
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 85259, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85259, AZ include Basis Scottsdale, Desert Mountain High School and Anasazi Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 85259?
6 public schools are located in 85259.
What percentage of students in 85259 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 85259 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85259?
85259 public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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