For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,908 students in 85381, AZ (there are , serving 688 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 85381, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
The top-ranked public schools in 85381, AZ are Oakwood Elementary School, Oasis Elementary School and Paseo Verde Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85381 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85381, AZ have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85381, AZ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oakwood Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12900 N 71st Ave
Peoria, AZ 85381
(623) 412-4725
Peoria, AZ 85381
(623) 412-4725
Gr: PK-8 | 926 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Oasis Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7841 W Sweetwater Ave
Peoria, AZ 85381
(623) 412-4800
Peoria, AZ 85381
(623) 412-4800
Gr: PK-8 | 769 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #33.
Paseo Verde Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7880 W Greenway Rd
Peoria, AZ 85381
(623) 412-5075
Peoria, AZ 85381
(623) 412-5075
Gr: PK-8 | 695 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #44.
West-mec - Centennial High School
Vocational School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 54% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
14388 N 79th Ave
Peoria, AZ 85381
(623) 412-4402
Peoria, AZ 85381
(623) 412-4402
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #55.
Centennial High School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
14388 N 79th Ave
Peoria, AZ 85381
(623) 412-4400
Peoria, AZ 85381
(623) 412-4400
Gr: 7-12 | 2,002 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #66.
Sky View Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8624 W Sweetwater Ave
Peoria, AZ 85381
(623) 412-4850
Peoria, AZ 85381
(623) 412-4850
Gr: PK-8 | 497 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: n/an/a
Rcb College Preparatory Academy
Charter School
7033 W. Catus Road
Peoria, AZ 85381
(623) 500-2853
Peoria, AZ 85381
(623) 500-2853
Gr: 9-12 | 19 students Minority enrollment: 47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 85381, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85381, AZ include Oakwood Elementary School, Oasis Elementary School and Paseo Verde Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 85381?
7 public schools are located in 85381.
What percentage of students in 85381 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 85381 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85381?
85381 public schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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