For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public high schools serving 2,418 students in 85306, AZ.
The top ranked public high schools in 85306, AZ are Jefferson Preparatory High School, West-mec - Cactus High School and Sunflower School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 85306 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Arizona public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 45% statewide average). High schools in 85306, AZ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 85306 have a Graduation Rate of 72%, which is less than the Arizona average of 78%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Cactus High School, with 93% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arizona or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85306, AZ Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jefferson Preparatory High School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
16635 N 51st Ave
Glendale, AZ 85306
(602) 595-2990
Glendale, AZ 85306
(602) 595-2990
Gr: 7-12 | 61 students Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
West-mec - Cactus High School
Vocational School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 50-54% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6330 W Greenway Rd
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 412-5000
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 412-5000
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #33.
Sunflower School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5490 W Paradise Ln
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 412-5050
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 412-5050
Gr: PK-12 | 21 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #44.
Desert Heights Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5821 W Beverly Ln
Glendale, AZ 85306
(602) 896-2900
Glendale, AZ 85306
(602) 896-2900
Gr: K-12 | 897 students Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #55.
Cactus High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6330 W Greenway Rd
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 412-5000
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 412-5000
Gr: 7-12 | 1,046 student Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #66.
Hope High School Online
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5651 W Talavi Blvd Ste 170
Glendale, AZ 85306
(602) 674-5555
Glendale, AZ 85306
(602) 674-5555
Gr: 9-12 | 393 students Minority enrollment: 54%
85306, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
13806 North 51st Ave
Glendale, AZ 85306
(602) 564-7300
Glendale, AZ 85306
(602) 564-7300
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 85306, AZ?
The top ranked public high schools in 85306, AZ include Jefferson Preparatory High School, West-mec - Cactus High School and Sunflower School.
How many public high schools are located in 85306?
6 public high schools are located in 85306.
What is the racial composition of students in 85306?
85306 public high schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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