For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 479 students in 85736, AZ.
The top-ranked public schools in 85736, AZ are Altar Valley Middle School and Robles Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85736 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85736, AZ have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85736, AZ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Altar Valley Middle School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
16350 W Ajo Hwy
Tucson, AZ 85736
(520) 822-9343
Tucson, AZ 85736
(520) 822-9343
Gr: 5-8 | 159 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #22.
Robles Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
9875 S Sasabe Rd
Tucson, AZ 85736
(520) 822-9418
Tucson, AZ 85736
(520) 822-9418
Gr: PK-5 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 85736, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85736, AZ include Altar Valley Middle School and Robles Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 85736?
2 public schools are located in 85736.
What is the racial composition of students in 85736?
85736 public schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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