For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 291 students in 85268, AZ.
The top ranked public middle schools in 85268, AZ are Fountain Hills Middle School and Fountain Hills Virtual Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 85268 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Arizona public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 85268, AZ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Arizona public middle school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85268, AZ Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Fountain Hills Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
16000 E Palisades Blvd
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(480) 664-5420
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(480) 664-5420
Grades: 4-8
| 237 students
Rank: #22.
Fountain Hills Virtual Academy
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
16100 E Palisades Blvd
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(480) 664-5000
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(480) 664-5000
Grades: K-12
| 54 students
85268, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
15414 Mcdowell Mountain Road
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(480) 664-5400
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(480) 664-5400
Grades: 4-5
| 231 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 85268, AZ?
The top ranked public middle schools in 85268, AZ include Fountain Hills Middle School and Fountain Hills Virtual Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 85268?
2 public middle schools are located in 85268.
What is the racial composition of students in 85268?
85268 public middle schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Arizona public middle schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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