For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,482 students in Morenci, AZ.
The top ranked public schools in Morenci, AZ are Metcalf Elementary School, Morenci High School and Fairbanks Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Morenci, AZ public schools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Arizona public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Morenci have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Morenci, AZ (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Metcalf Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
Fairbanks Rd #1
Morenci, AZ 85540
(928) 865-7290
Morenci, AZ 85540
(928) 865-7290
Grades: PK-4
| 729 students
Rank: #22.
Morenci High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1 Stadium Dr
Morenci, AZ 85540
(928) 865-3631
Morenci, AZ 85540
(928) 865-3631
Grades: 9-12
| 349 students
Rank: #33.
Fairbanks Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1056 Fairbanks Road
Morenci, AZ 85540
(928) 865-3501
Morenci, AZ 85540
(928) 865-3501
Grades: 5-8
| 404 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Morenci, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in Morenci, AZ include Metcalf Elementary School, Morenci High School and Fairbanks Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Morenci, AZ?
3 public schools are located in Morenci, AZ.
What is the racial composition of students in Morenci, AZ?
Morenci, AZ public schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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