Best 85608 Arizona Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 145 students in 85608, AZ.
The top-ranked public schools in 85608, AZ are Apache Elementary School and Faras Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85608 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85608, AZ have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

Best 85608, AZ Public Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Apache Elementary School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
10488 N. Skelton Canyon Rd.
Douglas, AZ 85608
(520) 558-2364
Gr: K-8 | 12 students
Rank: #22.
Faras Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
410 W. Fir Avenue
Douglas, AZ 85608
(520) 364-8461
Gr: K-5 | 133 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 99%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 85608, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85608, AZ include Apache Elementary School and Faras Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 85608?
2 public schools are located in 85608.
What is the racial composition of students in 85608?
85608 public schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

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