For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public high schools serving 577 students in 85552, AZ.
The top-ranked public high schools in 85552, AZ are Gift - Gila Institute For Technology, Thatcher High School and Gift - Safford High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 85552 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Arizona public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 45% statewide average). High schools in 85552, AZ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arizona public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 85552 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Arizona average of 78%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Thatcher High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arizona or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85552, AZ Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gift - Gila Institute For Technology
Vocational School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
615 N Stadium Ave
Thatcher, AZ 85552
(928) 428-2950
Thatcher, AZ 85552
(928) 428-2950
Gr: 9-12 | 21 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Thatcher High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
601 North 3rd Avenue
Thatcher, AZ 85552
(928) 348-7270
Thatcher, AZ 85552
(928) 348-7270
Gr: 9-12 | 512 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #33.
Gift - Safford High School
Vocational School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1400 W 11th St
Thatcher, AZ 85552
(928) 348-3393
Thatcher, AZ 85552
(928) 348-3393
Gr: 9-12 | 1 student
Rank: #44.
Gift-morenci High School
Vocational School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 40-59% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
473 Stadium Dr
Thatcher, AZ 85552
(928) 348-3393
Thatcher, AZ 85552
(928) 348-3393
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #55.
Eagle Online Academy
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3490 W Main St
Thatcher, AZ 85552
(928) 348-7200
Thatcher, AZ 85552
(928) 348-7200
Gr: 7-12 | 42 students Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #66.
Gift - Thatcher High School
Vocational School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 40-49% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
601 N 3rd Ave
Thatcher, AZ 85552
(520) 348-3393
Thatcher, AZ 85552
(520) 348-3393
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #77.
Gift - Mt. Graham High School
Vocational School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 21-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3200 West Discovery Park Blvd.
Thatcher, AZ 85552
(928) 348-3393
Thatcher, AZ 85552
(928) 348-3393
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #88.
Gift - Duncan High School
Vocational School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
108 Stadium St.
Thatcher, AZ 85552
(928) 348-3393
Thatcher, AZ 85552
(928) 348-3393
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #99.
Gift - Pima High School
Vocational School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 30-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
38 E 200 South
Thatcher, AZ 85552
(928) 348-3393
Thatcher, AZ 85552
(928) 348-3393
Gr: 9-12 | 1 student
Rank: #1010.
Gift - Ft. Thomas High School
Vocational School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
15502 W. Highway 70
Thatcher, AZ 85552
(928) 348-3393
Thatcher, AZ 85552
(928) 348-3393
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Gift-mt. Turnbull Academy
Vocational School
297 E Us Highway 70
Thatcher, AZ 85552
(928) 475-3050
Thatcher, AZ 85552
(928) 475-3050
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 85552, AZ?
The top-ranked public high schools in 85552, AZ include Gift - Gila Institute For Technology, Thatcher High School and Gift - Safford High School.
How many public high schools are located in 85552?
11 public high schools are located in 85552.
What is the racial composition of students in 85552?
85552 public high schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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