For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,438 students in 85550, AZ.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 85550, AZ are San Carlos Alternative High School, San Carlos High School and Rice Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 85550 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 6% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 85550, AZ have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Arizona public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85550, AZ Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
San Carlos Alternative High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
27010 E Highway 70
San Carlos, AZ 85550
(928) 475-2315
San Carlos, AZ 85550
(928) 475-2315
Gr: K-12 | 37 students
Rank: #22.
San Carlos High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
27010 E Highway 70
San Carlos, AZ 85550
(928) 475-2378
San Carlos, AZ 85550
(928) 475-2378
Gr: 6-12 | 433 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #33.
Rice Elementary School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 3%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
San Carlos Avenue
San Carlos, AZ 85550
(928) 475-4837
San Carlos, AZ 85550
(928) 475-4837
Gr: PK-6 | 673 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #44.
San Carlos Middle School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 6%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
100 San Carlos Ave
San Carlos, AZ 85550
(928) 475-2315
San Carlos, AZ 85550
(928) 475-2315
Gr: 6-8 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
85550, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 85550, AZ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 85550, AZ include San Carlos Alternative High School, San Carlos High School and Rice Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 85550?
5 public elementary schools are located in 85550.
What is the racial composition of students in 85550?
85550 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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