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Best Public Schools in Zip Code 85383


At a glance
11
Schools
10,151
Students
8
Districts
3
5-star schools
Top rankedBASIS Peoria1st of 271 Arizona high schools
Biggest riser
Terramar Academy of the Arts up 43 spots statewide this year
Smallest classes
BASIS Peoria Primary 16.5 students per teacher
SchoolDigger ratings
5★
4★
0★
1 school without a SchoolDigger rating (too few tested students)
Summary:

The 85383 zip code area of Peoria, Arizona is home to a diverse array of 13 schools, including 9 elementary schools, 4 high schools, and no middle schools or alternative schools. These schools are operated by various districts, including Peoria Unified School District, Deer Valley Unified District, and several charter school organizations.

The data reveals a clear divide in performance between the charter schools and the traditional public schools in the area. The charter schools, such as BASIS Peoria, Great Hearts Academies - Glendale Prep, and Candeo Peoria, significantly outperform the district-run public schools on test scores and other key metrics. These top-performing charter schools are ranked among the best in the state, with 5-star ratings and exceptional proficiency rates in subjects like science, math, and English language arts.

In contrast, the traditional public schools in the area, such as Liberty High School and EdOptions High School Learning Center, tend to have lower test scores and performance indicators. The data highlights the importance of school choice and the role that innovative educational models can play in driving student success, particularly in areas where traditional public schools are underperforming.

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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Arizona Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.

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