For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,958 students in 85209, AZ.
The top ranked public high schools in 85209, AZ are Desert Ridge High School, Evit - Desert Ridge High School and Astravo Online Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 85209 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Arizona public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 45% statewide average). High schools in 85209, AZ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arizona public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 85209 have a Graduation Rate of 73%, which is less than the Arizona average of 78%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Desert Ridge High School, with 89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arizona or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85209, AZ Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Desert Ridge High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10045 E Madero Ave
Mesa, AZ 85209
(480) 984-8947
Mesa, AZ 85209
(480) 984-8947
Gr: 8-12 | 2,222 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Evit - Desert Ridge High School
Vocational School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 49% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10045 E Madero Ave
Mesa, AZ 85209
(480) 461-4000
Mesa, AZ 85209
(480) 461-4000
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #33.
Astravo Online Academy
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2500 S Power Rd Ste 215, Ste 2
Mesa, AZ 85209
(602) 641-8254
Mesa, AZ 85209
(602) 641-8254
Gr: K-12 | 736 students Minority enrollment: 62%
85209, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Astravo Online Academy (Closed 2021)
Charter School
2500 S Power Rd Ste 215
Mesa, AZ 85209
(602) 641-8254
Mesa, AZ 85209
(602) 641-8254
Gr: K-12 | 624 students Minority enrollment: 65%
7301 E. Baseline Road
Mesa, AZ 85209
(480) 986-2335
Mesa, AZ 85209
(480) 986-2335
Gr: K-6 | 1,205 student Minority enrollment: 25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 85209, AZ?
The top ranked public high schools in 85209, AZ include Desert Ridge High School, Evit - Desert Ridge High School and Astravo Online Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 85209?
3 public high schools are located in 85209.
What is the racial composition of students in 85209?
85209 public high schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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