For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public high schools serving 1,578 students in 86326, AZ.
The top ranked public high schools in 86326, AZ are Arizona Izone Institute, Vacte - Valley Academy For Career And Technology Education and Vacte - Mingus Union High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 86326 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Arizona public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 45% statewide average). High schools in 86326, AZ have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 86326 have a Graduation Rate of 80%, which is more than the Arizona average of 78%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Mingus Union High School, with 83% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arizona or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 86326, AZ Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Arizona Izone Institute
(Math: ≥80% | Reading: 60-79% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1 N Willard St
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(928) 634-2288
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(928) 634-2288
Gr: K-12
Rank: #22.
Vacte - Valley Academy For Career And Technology Education
Vocational School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 60-79% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3405 E State Route 89a Bldg B
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(928) 634-7131
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(928) 634-7131
Gr: 9-12 | 11 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #33.
Vacte - Mingus Union High School
Vocational School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1801 E Fir St
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(928) 634-7131
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(928) 634-7131
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #44.
Mingus Union High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1801 E Fir St
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(928) 634-7531
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(928) 634-7531
Gr: 9-12 | 1,201 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #55.
American Heritage Academy - Cottonwood
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2030 E Cherry St
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(928) 634-2144
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(928) 634-2144
Gr: K-12 | 265 students Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #66.
Cottonwood Education Services
(Math: 24% | Reading: 31% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
301 N Willard St
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(928) 634-2288
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(928) 634-2288
Gr: PK-12 | 93 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #77.
Mingus Online Academy
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1801 E Fir St
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(928) 634-7531
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(928) 634-7531
Gr: 8-12 | 8 students Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: n/an/a
Vacte - Clarkdale Jerome School District
Vocational School
830 S Main St Ste 2e
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(928) 634-7131
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(928) 634-7131
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Vacte - Cottonwood-oak Creek Unified School District
Vocational School
830 S Main St Ste 2e
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(928) 634-7131
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(928) 634-7131
Gr: 9-12
86326, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Accelerated Learning Charter School (Closed 2017)
Charter School
320 South Main Street
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(928) 634-0650
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(928) 634-0650
Gr: PK-8
1 North Willard St
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(928) 634-2288
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(928) 634-2288
Gr: K-12 | 4 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1
P O Box 2678
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(928) 634-3288
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(928) 634-3288
Gr: K-6 | 50 students Minority enrollment: 10%
500 E Mingus Ave
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(928) 634-2288
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(928) 634-2288
Gr: 6-8 | 618 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
1500 S Monte Tesoro Dr
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(928) 634-2288
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(928) 634-2288
Gr: PK-8 | 608 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Edwards Hall Charter School (Closed 2006)
Charter School
4476 Butte Dr.
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(928) 646-3156
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(928) 646-3156
Gr: 6-12 | 22 students Minority enrollment: 45%
1229 East Cherry St
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(928) 778-5764
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(928) 778-5764
Gr: 9-12
2939 Del Rio Dr
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(928) 634-2288
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(928) 634-2288
Gr: K-8 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
215 S Main St
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(928) 634-3288
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
(928) 634-3288
Gr: K-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 86326, AZ?
The top ranked public high schools in 86326, AZ include Arizona Izone Institute, Vacte - Valley Academy For Career And Technology Education and Vacte - Mingus Union High School.
How many public high schools are located in 86326?
9 public high schools are located in 86326.
What is the racial composition of students in 86326?
86326 public high schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Recent Articles
Why Single-Sex Public Schools are Growing in Popularity
This article examines the growing trend of single-sex public schools in the United States. It explores the potential benefits, research findings, and controversies surrounding gender-specific education, as well as the factors driving its increasing popularity among parents and educators.
When Teachers Cheat: The Standardized Test Controversies
Teachers across the country are being accused of cheating on standardized tests, using erasers to conveniently change their students’ answers. However, are these teachers driven to cheat because the funding system is flawed?
When Field Trips Turn Deadly: Who is Responsible?
Recent deaths during field trips have parents and school officials questioning the safety of these excursions. Learn about these tragedies and what parameters should be in place to ensure a safe field trip.