Best Public Schools in Zip Code 85226

The 85226 zip code area in Arizona is home to 7 schools, all part of the Kyrene Elementary District. This district is ranked 117 out of 289 in the state and has a 3-star rating. The schools include 5 elementary schools and 2 middle schools, serving students from kindergarten through 8th grade.

Among the standout schools in this area are Kyrene del Cielo School, which ranks 87 out of 909 Arizona elementary schools and has a 5-star rating, and Kyrene de las Brisas School, which ranks 235 out of 912 and has a 4-star rating. These schools consistently outperform the district and state averages on standardized tests, particularly in math. Another notable school is Kyrene Traditional Academy, a K-8 school that performs better than the district average on many metrics, including higher test scores in English language arts and math.

The data also reveals some areas of concern, such as the higher dropout rates at the two middle schools, Kyrene Aprende and Kyrene del Pueblo, both of which have a 5.2% dropout rate. Additionally, there is a wide range in spending per student, from $5,611 to $7,890, which may contribute to the varying academic outcomes across the schools.