Best 86023 Arizona Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 334 students in 86023, AZ.
The top-ranked public middle school in 86023, AZ is Grand Canyon Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 86023 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Arizona public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 86023, AZ have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Arizona public middle school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Best 86023, AZ Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Grand Canyon Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
#1 Boulder Street
Grand Canyon, AZ 86023
(928) 638-2461
Gr: PK-8 | 168 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: n/an/a
Glen Canyon Outdoor Academy
Charter School
835 Newburn Rd
Grand Canyon, AZ 86023
(928) 813-8422
Gr: K-8 | 166 students Minority enrollment: 60%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 86023, AZ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 86023, AZ include Grand Canyon Elementary School.
How many public middle schools are located in 86023?
2 public middle schools are located in 86023.
What is the racial composition of students in 86023?
86023 public middle schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Arizona public middle schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

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