For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 219 students in 85086, AZ.
The top ranked public charter school in 85086, AZ is Stepping Stones Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter school in zipcode 85086 have an average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the Arizona public charter school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 47% statewide average). Charter schools in 85086, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arizona public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public charter school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85086, AZ Public Charter Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Stepping Stones Academy
Charter School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
35812 N 7th St
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 465-4910
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 465-4910
Grades: K-8
| 219 students
85086, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Amcs At Anthem Dba Caurus Academy (Closed 2024)
Charter School
41900 N 42nd Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 551-5083
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 551-5083
Grades: K-12
| 214 students
42302 North Vision Way
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(602) 864-1211
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(602) 864-1211
Grades: 9-10
| 41 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in 85086, AZ?
The top ranked public charter schools in 85086, AZ include Stepping Stones Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 85086?
1 public charter schools are located in 85086.
What is the racial composition of students in 85086?
85086 public charter schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public charter schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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