Best 85747 Arizona Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 6,059 students in 85747, AZ.
The top-ranked public schools in 85747, AZ are Esmond Station School, Mesquite Elementary School and Empire High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85747 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85747, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

Best 85747, AZ Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Esmond Station School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
9400 S Atterbury Wash Way
Tucson, AZ 85747
(520) 879-3400
Gr: PK-8 | 739 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #22.
Mesquite Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
9455 E Rita Rd
Tucson, AZ 85747
(520) 879-2102
Gr: K-5 | 677 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #33.
Empire High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
10701 E Mary Ann Cleveland Way
Tucson, AZ 85747
(520) 879-3000
Gr: 9-12 | 888 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #44.
Desert Willow Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
9400 E Esmond Loop
Tucson, AZ 85747
(520) 879-2302
Gr: K-5 | 759 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #55.
Vail Blended Learning
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
10775 E Mary Ann Cleveland Way
Tucson, AZ 85747
(520) 879-1300
Gr: 6-12 | 71 students Student-teacher ratio: 71:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #66.
Civano Community K-8 School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
10625 E Drexel Rd
Tucson, AZ 85747
(520) 879-1700
Gr: K-8 | 144 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #77.
Desert Sky Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
9850 E Rankin Loop
Tucson, AZ 85747
(520) 879-2700
Gr: 6-8 | 761 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #88.
Rincon Vista Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
10770 E Bilby Rd
Tucson, AZ 85747
(520) 879-3200
Gr: 6-8 | 714 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #99.
Mica Mountain High School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
10800 E Valencia
Tucson, AZ 85747
(520) 879-3800
Gr: 9-12 | 1,306 student Minority enrollment: 55%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 85747, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85747, AZ include Esmond Station School, Mesquite Elementary School and Empire High School.
How many public schools are located in 85747?
9 public schools are located in 85747.
What is the racial composition of students in 85747?
85747 public schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

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