For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 138 students in 85940, AZ.
The top-ranked public school in 85940, AZ is Vernon Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 85940 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85940, AZ have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85940, AZ Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Vernon Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
90 Crn 3139
Vernon, AZ 85940
(928) 537-5463
Vernon, AZ 85940
(928) 537-5463
Gr: PK-8 | 138 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 85940, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85940, AZ include Vernon Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 85940?
1 public schools are located in 85940.
What is the racial composition of students in 85940?
85940 public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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