For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 314 students in 86032, AZ.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 86032, AZ are Joseph City Elementary School and Joseph City Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 86032 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 86032, AZ have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 86032, AZ Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Joseph City Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8176 Westover St
Joseph City, AZ 86032
(928) 288-3329
Joseph City, AZ 86032
(928) 288-3329
Gr: PK-6 | 204 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Joseph City Junior High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4629 E. Second North
Joseph City, AZ 86032
(928) 288-3361
Joseph City, AZ 86032
(928) 288-3361
Gr: 6-8 | 110 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 86032, AZ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 86032, AZ include Joseph City Elementary School and Joseph City Junior High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 86032?
2 public elementary schools are located in 86032.
What is the racial composition of students in 86032?
86032 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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