For the 2026-27 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 4,145 students in Sahuarita, AZ.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Sahuarita, 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.
Sahuarita, AZ public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in Sahuarita have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Sahuarita, AZ (2026-27)
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 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: #55.
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: #66.
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: #77.
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: #88.
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%
Sahuarita, 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 elementary schools in Sahuarita, AZ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Sahuarita, AZ include Copper View Elementary School, Anza Trail and Great Expectations Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in Sahuarita?
9 public elementary schools are located in Sahuarita.
What is the racial composition of students in Sahuarita?
Sahuarita public elementary schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Sahuarita are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Sahuarita include: Sahuarita Middle School vs. Anza Trail, Copper View Elementary School vs. Anza Trail, Sahuarita Primary School vs. Copper View Elementary School
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