Best 85610 Arizona Public Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 197 students in 85610, AZ.
The top-ranked public schools in 85610, AZ are Valley Union High School and Elfrida Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85610 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85610, AZ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

Best 85610, AZ Public Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Valley Union High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
4088 W Jefferson Rd
Elfrida, AZ 85610
(520) 642-3492
Gr: 9-12 | 71 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
Elfrida Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
4070 W Jefferson Rd
Elfrida, AZ 85610
(520) 642-3428
Gr: PK-8 | 126 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 58%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 85610, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85610, AZ include Valley Union High School and Elfrida Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 85610?
2 public schools are located in 85610.
What is the racial composition of students in 85610?
85610 public schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

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