For the 2025 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 8,674 students in 85641, AZ (there are 1 private school, serving 79 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 85641, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 85641, AZ are Senita Valley Elementary School, Ocotillo Ridge Elementary School and Vail Academy & High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85641 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Arizona public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85641, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85641, AZ Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Senita Valley Elementary School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
10750 E Bilby Rd
Vail, AZ 85641
(520) 879-3100
Vail, AZ 85641
(520) 879-3100
Grades: PK-8
| 710 students
Rank: #22.
Ocotillo Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
10701 S. White Lightning
Vail, AZ 85641
(520) 879-3600
Vail, AZ 85641
(520) 879-3600
Grades: PK-5
| 724 students
Rank: #33.
Vail Academy & High School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7762 E Science Park Dr
Vail, AZ 85641
(520) 879-1900
Vail, AZ 85641
(520) 879-1900
Grades: K-12
| 564 students
Rank: #44.
Copper Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
17650 S Canyon Edge Trl
Vail, AZ 85641
(520) 879-3700
Vail, AZ 85641
(520) 879-3700
Grades: PK-5
| 374 students
Rank: #55.
Corona Foothills Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
16705 S Houghton Rd
Vail, AZ 85641
(520) 879-3500
Vail, AZ 85641
(520) 879-3500
Grades: 6-8
| 596 students
Rank: #66.
Cienega High School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12775 E Mary Ann Cleveland Way
Vail, AZ 85641
(520) 879-2800
Vail, AZ 85641
(520) 879-2800
Grades: 9-12
| 1,872 students
Rank: #77.
Andrada Polytechnic High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12960 S Houghton Rd
Vail, AZ 85641
(520) 879-3300
Vail, AZ 85641
(520) 879-3300
Grades: 9-12
| 726 students
Rank: #88.
Cottonwood Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9950 E Rees Loop
Vail, AZ 85641
(520) 879-2602
Vail, AZ 85641
(520) 879-2602
Grades: K-6
| 531 students
Rank: #99.
Acacia Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12955 E Colossal Cave Rd
Vail, AZ 85641
(520) 879-2200
Vail, AZ 85641
(520) 879-2200
Grades: K-5
| 734 students
Rank: #1010.
Vail Innovation Center
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10775 E Mary Ann Cleveland Way
Vail, AZ 85641
(520) 879-1300
Vail, AZ 85641
(520) 879-1300
Grades: K-12
| 85 students
Rank: #1111.
Sycamore Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
16701 S Houghton Rd
Vail, AZ 85641
(520) 879-2500
Vail, AZ 85641
(520) 879-2500
Grades: K-5
| 677 students
Rank: #1212.
Old Vail Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
13299 E Colossal Cave Rd
Vail, AZ 85641
(520) 879-2400
Vail, AZ 85641
(520) 879-2400
Grades: 6-8
| 802 students
Rank: n/an/a
12775 E Mary Ann Cleveland Way
Vail, AZ 85641
(520) 879-1753
Vail, AZ 85641
(520) 879-1753
Grades: PK
| 279 students
85641, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Pantano High School (Closed 2024)
Alternative School
12775 E Mary Ann Cleveland Way
Vail, AZ 85641
(520) 879-1200
Vail, AZ 85641
(520) 879-1200
Grades: 9-12
| 98 students
12775 E. Mary Ann Cleveland Wa
Vail, AZ 85641
(520) 762-2040
Vail, AZ 85641
(520) 762-2040
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 85641, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in 85641, AZ include Senita Valley Elementary School, Ocotillo Ridge Elementary School and Vail Academy & High School.
How many public schools are located in 85641?
13 public schools are located in 85641.
What percentage of students in 85641 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 85641 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85641?
85641 public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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