For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 266 students in 85321, AZ.
The top-ranked public middle school in 85321, AZ is Ajo Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 85321 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Arizona public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 14% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 85321, AZ have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public middle school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85321, AZ Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ajo Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
111 N Well Rd
Ajo, AZ 85321
(520) 387-5618
Ajo, AZ 85321
(520) 387-5618
Gr: PK-8 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
85321, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
P.o. Box 68
Ajo, AZ 85321
(520) 387-5618
Ajo, AZ 85321
(520) 387-5618
Gr: PK-8 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 85321, AZ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85321, AZ include Ajo Elementary School.
How many public middle schools are located in 85321?
1 public middle schools are located in 85321.
What is the racial composition of students in 85321?
85321 public middle schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public middle schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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