For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 73 students in 85605, AZ.
The top-ranked public schools in 85605, AZ are Bowie High School and Bowie Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85605 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85605, AZ have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85605, AZ Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bowie High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
315w. 5th Street
Bowie, AZ 85605
(520) 847-2545
Bowie, AZ 85605
(520) 847-2545
Gr: 9-12 | 20 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #22.
Bowie Elementary School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
315 W. 5th Street
Bowie, AZ 85605
(520) 847-2545
Bowie, AZ 85605
(520) 847-2545
Gr: PK-8 | 53 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 85605, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85605, AZ include Bowie High School and Bowie Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 85605?
2 public schools are located in 85605.
What is the racial composition of students in 85605?
85605 public schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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