Best 85608 Arizona Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 145 students in 85608, AZ.
The top-ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 85608 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 85608, AZ have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

Best 85608, AZ Public Elementary Schools (2026)

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 elementary schools in 85608, AZ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 85608, AZ include Apache Elementary School and Faras Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 85608?
2 public elementary schools are located in 85608.
What is the racial composition of students in 85608?
85608 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

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