For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 110 students in Kirkland, AZ.
The top ranked public schools in Kirkland, AZ are Yarnell Elementary School and Kirkland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Kirkland, AZ public schools have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Arizona public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Kirkland have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Kirkland, AZ (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Yarnell Elementary School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
18912 W Hays Ranch Rd
Kirkland, AZ 86332
(928) 427-3347
Kirkland, AZ 86332
(928) 427-3347
Grades: PK-8
| 40 students
Rank: #22.
Kirkland Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
14200 W. Kirkland/hillside Rd.
Kirkland, AZ 86332
(928) 442-9488
Kirkland, AZ 86332
(928) 442-9488
Grades: PK-8
| 70 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Kirkland, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in Kirkland, AZ include Yarnell Elementary School and Kirkland Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Kirkland?
2 public schools are located in Kirkland.
What is the racial composition of students in Kirkland?
Kirkland public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Kirkland are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Kirkland include: Kirkland Elementary School vs. Yarnell Elementary School
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