For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 382 students in 86325, AZ.
The top-ranked public schools in 86325, AZ are Desert Star Community School and Oak Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 86325 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 86325, AZ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 86325, AZ Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Desert Star Community School
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1240 S Recycler Rd
Cornville, AZ 86325
(928) 282-0171
Cornville, AZ 86325
(928) 282-0171
Gr: K-8 | 144 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Oak Creek Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
11490 Purple Sage
Cornville, AZ 86325
(928) 639-5109
Cornville, AZ 86325
(928) 639-5109
Gr: K-8 | 238 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 86325, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 86325, AZ include Desert Star Community School and Oak Creek Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 86325?
2 public schools are located in 86325.
What is the racial composition of students in 86325?
86325 public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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