For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 408 students in Wellton, AZ.
The top-ranked public schools in Wellton, AZ are Auhs Online Acadamy, Wellton Elementary School and Antelope Union High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Wellton, AZ public schools have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Wellton have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Wellton, AZ (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Auhs Online Acadamy
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9168 S. Ave 36e
Wellton, AZ 85356
(928) 785-3344
Wellton, AZ 85356
(928) 785-3344
Gr: 9-12 | 10 students Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #22.
Wellton Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
29126 E San Jose Ave
Wellton, AZ 85356
(928) 785-3311
Wellton, AZ 85356
(928) 785-3311
Gr: PK-8 | 209 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #33.
Antelope Union High School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
9168 South Ave 36 East
Wellton, AZ 85356
(928) 785-3344
Wellton, AZ 85356
(928) 785-3344
Gr: 9-12 | 189 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Wellton, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in Wellton, AZ include Auhs Online Acadamy, Wellton Elementary School and Antelope Union High School.
How many public schools are located in Wellton?
3 public schools are located in Wellton.
What is the racial composition of students in Wellton?
Wellton public schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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