For the 2025-26 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 4,011 students in 85259, AZ (there are , serving 269 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 85259, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
The top ranked public schools in 85259, AZ are Basis Scottsdale, Desert Mountain High School and Anasazi Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85259 have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85259, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85259, AZ Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Basis Scottsdale
Charter School
(Math: 86% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
10400 N 128th St
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 451-7500
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 451-7500
Gr: 4-12 | 981 students Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #22.
Desert Mountain High School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
12575 E. Via Linda
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 484-7000
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 484-7000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,940 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #33.
Anasazi Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
12121 N 124th St
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 484-7300
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 484-7300
Gr: PK-5 | 420 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #44.
Mission Montessori Academy
Charter School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12990 E Shea Blvd
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 860-4330
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 860-4330
Gr: K-8 | 125 students Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #55.
Evit - Desert Mountain High School
Vocational School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 55-59% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12575 E. Via Linda
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 484-7000
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 484-7000
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #66.
Mountainside Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11256 N 128th St
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 484-5500
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 484-5500
Gr: 6-8 | 545 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
85259, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
11130 E. Cholla
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 484-7700
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 484-7700
Gr: PK-K
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 85259, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in 85259, AZ include Basis Scottsdale, Desert Mountain High School and Anasazi Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 85259?
6 public schools are located in 85259.
What percentage of students in 85259 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 85259 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85259?
85259 public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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