For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 360 students in 85650, AZ (there are 3 private schools, serving 269 private students). 57% of all K-12 students in 85650, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
The top-ranked public school in 85650, AZ is Huachuca Mountain Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 85650 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85650, AZ have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85650, AZ Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Huachuca Mountain Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3228 Saint Andrews Dr
Sierra Vista, AZ 85650
(520) 515-2960
Sierra Vista, AZ 85650
(520) 515-2960
Gr: K-6 | 360 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 85650, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85650, AZ include Huachuca Mountain Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 85650?
1 public schools are located in 85650.
What percentage of students in 85650 go to public school?
57% of all K-12 students in 85650 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85650?
85650 public schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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