For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 395 students in 85540, AZ.
The top ranked public middle school in 85540, AZ is Fairbanks Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 85540 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Arizona public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 85540, AZ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public middle school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85540, AZ Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
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
| 395 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 85540, AZ?
The top ranked public middle schools in 85540, AZ include Fairbanks Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 85540?
1 public middle schools are located in 85540.
What is the racial composition of students in 85540?
85540 public middle schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public middle schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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