For the 2025-26 school year, there are 12 public elementary schools serving 5,276 students in 85008, AZ.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 85008, AZ are Wilson Primary School, Sonoran Science Academy - Phoenix and David Crockett Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 85008 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 85008, AZ have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85008, AZ Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wilson Primary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
415 N 30th St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 683-2500
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 683-2500
Gr: PK-3 | 464 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Sonoran Science Academy - Phoenix
Charter School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4837 E Mcdowell Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 244-9855
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 244-9855
Gr: K-12 | 452 students Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #33.
David Crockett Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
501 N 36th St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6600
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6600
Gr: PK-6 | 517 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #44.
Griffith Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4505 E Palm Ln
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6700
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6700
Gr: PK-6 | 446 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #55.
Wilson Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2929 E Fillmore St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 683-2400
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 683-2400
Gr: 4-8 | 511 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
Papago School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2013 N 36th St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 381-6100
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 381-6100
Gr: PK-8 | 813 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #77.
Balsz Online Academy (B.o.a.)
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4825 E Roosevelt St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6400
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6400
Gr: K-8 | 29 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #88.
The Creighton Academy
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2802 E. Mcdowell Roaad
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 381-6060
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 381-6060
Gr: PK-8 | 447 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #99.
Gateway School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1100 N 35th St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 381-4665
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 381-4665
Gr: PK-8 | 530 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1010.
Pat Tillman Middle School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4309 E Belleview Street
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6500
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6500
Gr: PK-8 | 636 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1111.
Brunson-lee Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1350 N 48th St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6900
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6900
Gr: PK-6 | 431 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
Nueva Vista School / Arizona State Hospital
Special Education School
2500 E Van Buren St # G1181
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 244-1331
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 244-1331
Gr: K-12
85008, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
425 North 36th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 389-4271
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 389-4271
Gr: K-8 | 83 students Minority enrollment: 96%
5048 East Oak St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6800
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6800
Gr: 7-8 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
2030 North 36th St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(480) 755-8222
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(480) 755-8222
Gr: K-12
3535 East Mcdowell Road
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 957-9557
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 957-9557
Gr: K-12 | 93 students Minority enrollment: 86%
3005 East Fillmore St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 850-2600
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 850-2600
Gr: 9-12 | 302 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 85008, AZ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 85008, AZ include Wilson Primary School, Sonoran Science Academy - Phoenix and David Crockett Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 85008?
12 public elementary schools are located in 85008.
What is the racial composition of students in 85008?
85008 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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