For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,439 students in 85361, AZ.
The top ranked public schools in 85361, AZ are Desert Oasis Elementary School and Nadaburg Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85361 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85361, AZ have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85361, AZ Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Desert Oasis Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
17161 W Bajada Rd
Wittmann, AZ 85361
(623) 556-5880
Wittmann, AZ 85361
(623) 556-5880
Grades: PK-8
| 657 students
Rank: #22.
Nadaburg Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
21419 W Dove Valley Rd
Wittmann, AZ 85361
(623) 388-2321
Wittmann, AZ 85361
(623) 388-2321
Grades: PK-8
| 472 students
Rank: n/an/a
32919 N Center St
Wittmann, AZ 85361
(623) 388-2915
Wittmann, AZ 85361
(623) 388-2915
Grades: 9-12
| 304 students
Rank: n/an/a
32919 N Center St
Wittmann, AZ 85361
(623) 388-2115
Wittmann, AZ 85361
(623) 388-2115
Grades: 7-12
| 6 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 85361, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in 85361, AZ include Desert Oasis Elementary School and Nadaburg Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 85361?
4 public schools are located in 85361.
What is the racial composition of students in 85361?
85361 public schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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