Best 85648 Arizona Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,403 students in 85648, AZ.
The top-ranked public high school in 85648, AZ is Rio Rico High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 85648 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Arizona public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 45% statewide average). High schools in 85648, AZ have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 85648 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Arizona average of 78%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Rio Rico High School, with 90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arizona or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Best 85648, AZ Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rio Rico High School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
590 N. Camino Galindo
Rio Rico, AZ 85648
(520) 375-8700
Gr: 9-12 | 1,403 student Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
590 Camino Lito Galindo
Rio Rico, AZ 85648
(520) 375-8700
Gr: K-12
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 85648 Arizona

85648, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
131 Camino Maricopa
Rio Rico, AZ 85648
(520) 281-8282
Gr: PK-5

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 85648, AZ?
The top-ranked public high schools in 85648, AZ include Rio Rico High School.
How many public high schools are located in 85648?
2 public high schools are located in 85648.
What is the racial composition of students in 85648?
85648 public high schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

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