For the 2025-26 school year, there are 6 public high schools serving 4,192 students in 85323, AZ.
The top ranked public high schools in 85323, AZ are Coldwater Academy, West-mec - Agua Fria High School and Agua Fria High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø high schools in zipcode 85323 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Arizona public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 45% statewide average). High schools in 85323, AZ have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public high schools.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø high school in zipcode 85323 have a Graduation Rate of 83%, which is more than the Arizona average of 78%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Agua Fria High School, with 92% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arizona or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85323, AZ ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Coldwater Academy
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 30-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
530 E Riley Dr
Avondale, AZ 85323
(623) 932-7106
Avondale, AZ 85323
(623) 932-7106
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #22.
West-mec - Agua Fria High School
Vocational School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 36% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
530 E Riley Dr
Avondale, AZ 85323
(623) 932-7300
Avondale, AZ 85323
(623) 932-7300
Gr: 9-12 | 6 students
Rank: #33.
Agua Fria High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
530 E Riley Dr
Avondale, AZ 85323
(623) 932-7300
Avondale, AZ 85323
(623) 932-7300
Gr: 9-12 | 1,599 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #44.
La Joya Community High School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
11650 W Whyman Ave
Avondale, AZ 85323
(623) 478-4400
Avondale, AZ 85323
(623) 478-4400
Gr: 9-12 | 2,173 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #55.
Estrella High School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
510 N Central Ave
Avondale, AZ 85323
(623) 932-6561
Avondale, AZ 85323
(623) 932-6561
Gr: 9-12 | 129 students Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: n/an/a
Highland Prep West
Charter School
12235 W Van Buren St
Avondale, AZ 85323
(623) 414-0811
Avondale, AZ 85323
(623) 414-0811
Gr: 9-10 | 285 students Minority enrollment: 81%
85323, Arizona ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
200 North Dysart Road
Avondale, AZ 85323
(623) 932-9902
Avondale, AZ 85323
(623) 932-9902
Gr: PK-8 | 551 students Minority enrollment: 52%
725 North Central Ave 113
Avondale, AZ 85323
(520) 294-6997
Avondale, AZ 85323
(520) 294-6997
Gr: 9-12 | 66 students Minority enrollment: 89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 85323, AZ?
The top ranked public high schools in 85323, AZ include Coldwater Academy, West-mec - Agua Fria High School and Agua Fria High School.
How many public high schools are located in 85323?
6 public high schools are located in 85323.
What is the racial composition of students in 85323?
85323 public high schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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