For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 490 students in 85344, AZ.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85344, AZ are Wallace Jr High School and Le Pera Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 85344 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Arizona public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 85344, AZ have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public middle school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85344, AZ Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wallace Jr High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1320 W 18th St # 1090
Parker, AZ 85344
(928) 669-2141
Parker, AZ 85344
(928) 669-2141
Gr: 6-8 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #22.
Le Pera Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
19121 Tahbo Rd
Parker, AZ 85344
(928) 662-4306
Parker, AZ 85344
(928) 662-4306
Gr: K-8 | 191 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 85344, AZ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85344, AZ include Wallace Jr High School and Le Pera Elementary School.
How many public middle schools are located in 85344?
2 public middle schools are located in 85344.
What is the racial composition of students in 85344?
85344 public middle schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public middle schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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