For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 75 students in 86334, AZ.
The top-ranked public school in 86334, AZ is Paulden Community School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 86334 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 86334, AZ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 86334, AZ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Paulden Community School
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
24850 N Naples St
Paulden, AZ 86334
(928) 910-4425
Paulden, AZ 86334
(928) 910-4425
Gr: K-8 | 75 students Minority enrollment: 52%
86334, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Po Box 172
Paulden, AZ 86334
(928) 583-0455
Paulden, AZ 86334
(928) 583-0455
Gr: K-6 | 67 students Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 86334, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 86334, AZ include Paulden Community School.
How many public schools are located in 86334?
1 public schools are located in 86334.
What is the racial composition of students in 86334?
86334 public schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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