For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 2,571 students in 85901, AZ (there are 3 private schools, serving 285 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 85901, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
The top-ranked public schools in 85901, AZ are Linden Elementary School, Show Low High School and White Mountain Institute. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85901 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85901, AZ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85901, AZ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Linden Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1009 School House Ln
Show Low, AZ 85901
(928) 537-6017
Show Low, AZ 85901
(928) 537-6017
Gr: K-5 | 208 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Show Low High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1201 N. Cougar Lane
Show Low, AZ 85901
(928) 537-6200
Show Low, AZ 85901
(928) 537-6200
Gr: 3-12 | 858 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #33.
White Mountain Institute
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1201 N. Cougar Lane
Show Low, AZ 85901
(928) 537-6210
Show Low, AZ 85901
(928) 537-6210
Gr: 9-12 | 48 students Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #44.
Nikolaus Homestead Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
761 E Mcneil
Show Low, AZ 85901
(928) 537-6150
Show Low, AZ 85901
(928) 537-6150
Gr: K-5 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #55.
Whipple Ranch Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 35% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1350 N Central Ave
Show Low, AZ 85901
(928) 537-6050
Show Low, AZ 85901
(928) 537-6050
Gr: PK-5 | 351 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #66.
Show Low Junior High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
761 E Mcneil
Show Low, AZ 85901
(928) 537-6100
Show Low, AZ 85901
(928) 537-6100
Gr: 6-8 | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #77.
Wmi On Line
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
500w. Old Linden Rd.
Show Low, AZ 85901
(928) 537-6200
Show Low, AZ 85901
(928) 537-6200
Gr: K-12 | 9 students Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #88.
Sequoia Village School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
982 Full House Ln
Show Low, AZ 85901
(928) 537-1208
Show Low, AZ 85901
(928) 537-1208
Gr: K-12 | 173 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: n/an/a
Show Low Preschool
Special Education School
500 W Old Linden Rd
Show Low, AZ 85901
(520) 537-6000
Show Low, AZ 85901
(520) 537-6000
Gr: PK | 14 students Minority enrollment: 21%
85901, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
40 South 11th Street
Show Low, AZ 85901
(928) 537-5432
Show Low, AZ 85901
(928) 537-5432
Gr: K-12 | 106 students
1233 B Fawnbrook Drive
Show Low, AZ 85901
(928) 537-7412
Show Low, AZ 85901
(928) 537-7412
Gr: 9-12 | 50 students Minority enrollment: 60%
500 W Old Linden Rd
Show Low, AZ 85901
(928) 537-6150
Show Low, AZ 85901
(928) 537-6150
Gr: 5-6 | 31 students Minority enrollment: 13%
411 North 18th Place
Show Low, AZ 85901
(928) 532-0195
Show Low, AZ 85901
(928) 532-0195
Gr: K-8
Successful Beginnings Charter School (Closed 2014)
Charter School
841 East Mcneil St
Show Low, AZ 85901
(928) 537-2365
Show Low, AZ 85901
(928) 537-2365
Gr: K-3 | 40 students Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 85901, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85901, AZ include Linden Elementary School, Show Low High School and White Mountain Institute.
How many public schools are located in 85901?
9 public schools are located in 85901.
What percentage of students in 85901 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 85901 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85901?
85901 public schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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