For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 2,459 students in 85028, AZ.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85028, AZ are Basis Phoenix, Mission Montessori Academy's Middle Years Program and Shadow Mountain High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 85028 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Arizona public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 85028, AZ have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arizona public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Arizona public middle school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85028, AZ Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Basis Phoenix
Charter School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
11850 N 32nd St
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 595-9870
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 595-9870
Gr: 5-12 | 781 students Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #22.
Mission Montessori Academy's Middle Years Program
Charter School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4530 E Gold Dust Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(480) 699-4950
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(480) 699-4950
Gr: 4-8 | 49 students Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #33.
Shadow Mountain High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2902 E Shea Blvd
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 449-3000
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 449-3000
Gr: 8-12 | 1,148 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #44.
Shea Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2728 E Shea Blvd
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 449-3500
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 449-3500
Gr: 5-8 | 481 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
85028, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3602 East Cholla Street
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 493-6130
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 493-6130
Gr: K-6 | 449 students Minority enrollment: 17%
3540 E. Cholla
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 493-6220
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 493-6220
Gr: 9-12 | 27 students Minority enrollment: 26%
3540 E. Cholla
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 493-6220
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 493-6220
Gr: PK-6 | 174 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 85028, AZ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85028, AZ include Basis Phoenix, Mission Montessori Academy's Middle Years Program and Shadow Mountain High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 85028?
4 public middle schools are located in 85028.
What is the racial composition of students in 85028?
85028 public middle schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Arizona public middle schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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