For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 6,511 students in 85629, AZ (there are 2 private schools, serving 137 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 85629, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
The top-ranked public schools in 85629, AZ are Copper View Elementary School, Anza Trail and Great Expectations Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85629 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85629, AZ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85629, AZ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Copper View Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
16200 S. Starlight View Lane
Sahuarita, AZ 85629
(520) 625-3502
Sahuarita, AZ 85629
(520) 625-3502
Gr: PK-5 | 557 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #22.
Anza Trail
(Math: 47% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
15490 South Rancho Sahuarita B
Sahuarita, AZ 85629
(520) 625-3502
Sahuarita, AZ 85629
(520) 625-3502
Gr: K-8 | 1,210 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #33.
Great Expectations Academy
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1466 W Camino Antigua
Sahuarita, AZ 85629
(520) 399-2121
Sahuarita, AZ 85629
(520) 399-2121
Gr: K-8 | 176 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #44.
Sahuarita High School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
350 W Sahuarita Rd
Sahuarita, AZ 85629
(520) 625-3502
Sahuarita, AZ 85629
(520) 625-3502
Gr: 9-12 | 1,215 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #55.
Sahuarita Intermediate School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
350 W Sahuarita Rd
Sahuarita, AZ 85629
(520) 625-3502
Sahuarita, AZ 85629
(520) 625-3502
Gr: 3-5 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #66.
Wrightson Ridge K-8 School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
16325 S Rancho Sahuarita Blvd
Sahuarita, AZ 85629
(520) 625-3502
Sahuarita, AZ 85629
(520) 625-3502
Gr: K-8 | 864 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #77.
Walden Grove High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
15510 S. Sahuarita Park Rd
Sahuarita, AZ 85629
(520) 625-3502
Sahuarita, AZ 85629
(520) 625-3502
Gr: 9-12 | 1,151 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #88.
Sahuarita Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
350 W Sahuarita Rd
Sahuarita, AZ 85629
(520) 625-3502
Sahuarita, AZ 85629
(520) 625-3502
Gr: 6-8 | 498 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #99.
Sahuarita Digital Pathways Academy
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
350 W Sahuarita Rd
Sahuarita, AZ 85629
(520) 625-3502
Sahuarita, AZ 85629
(520) 625-3502
Gr: K-12 | 106 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #1010.
Sopori Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5000 W. Arivaca Road
Sahuarita, AZ 85629
(520) 625-3502
Sahuarita, AZ 85629
(520) 625-3502
Gr: PK-6 | 105 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: n/an/a
350 W Sahuarita Rd
Sahuarita, AZ 85629
(520) 625-6502
Sahuarita, AZ 85629
(520) 625-6502
Gr: PK-2 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
85629, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Edge High School - Sahuarita (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
15500 South Sahuarita Park Roa
Sahuarita, AZ 85629
(520) 881-1389
Sahuarita, AZ 85629
(520) 881-1389
Gr: 9-12 | 44 students Minority enrollment: 64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 85629, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85629, AZ include Copper View Elementary School, Anza Trail and Great Expectations Academy.
How many public schools are located in 85629?
11 public schools are located in 85629.
What percentage of students in 85629 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 85629 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85629?
85629 public schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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