For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 316 students in 85536, AZ.
The top-ranked public high schools in 85536, AZ are Mt. Turnbull Academy and Fort Thomas High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 85536 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Arizona public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 8% (versus the 45% statewide average). High schools in 85536, AZ have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 85536 have a Graduation Rate of 57%, which is less than the Arizona average of 78%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Fort Thomas High School, with ≥80% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arizona or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Arizona public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85536, AZ Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mt. Turnbull Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
297 E Us Highway 70
Fort Thomas, AZ 85536
(928) 475-3050
Fort Thomas, AZ 85536
(928) 475-3050
Gr: PK-12 | 32 students
Rank: #22.
Fort Thomas High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
Highway 70
Fort Thomas, AZ 85536
(928) 965-2879
Fort Thomas, AZ 85536
(928) 965-2879
Gr: 7-12 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 85536, AZ?
The top-ranked public high schools in 85536, AZ include Mt. Turnbull Academy and Fort Thomas High School.
How many public high schools are located in 85536?
2 public high schools are located in 85536.
What is the racial composition of students in 85536?
85536 public high schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Arizona public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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