For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,536 students in Morenci, AZ.
The top-ranked public schools in Morenci, AZ are Metcalf Elementary School, Fairbanks Middle School and Morenci High 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 39% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), 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 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Morenci, AZ (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Metcalf Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
Fairbanks Rd #1
Morenci, AZ 85540
(928) 865-7290
Morenci, AZ 85540
(928) 865-7290
Gr: PK-4 | 777 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #22.
Fairbanks Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1056 Fairbanks Road
Morenci, AZ 85540
(928) 865-3501
Morenci, AZ 85540
(928) 865-3501
Gr: 5-8 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #33.
Morenci High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1 Stadium Dr
Morenci, AZ 85540
(928) 865-3631
Morenci, AZ 85540
(928) 865-3631
Gr: 9-12 | 361 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
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, Fairbanks Middle School and Morenci High School.
How many public schools are located in Morenci?
3 public schools are located in Morenci.
What is the racial composition of students in Morenci?
Morenci public schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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