Best 85361 Arizona Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,641 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 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

Best 85361, AZ Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Desert Oasis Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
17161 W Bajada Rd
Wittmann, AZ 85361
(623) 556-5880
Gr: PK-8 | 753 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Nadaburg Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
21419 W Dove Valley Rd
Wittmann, AZ 85361
(623) 388-2321
Gr: PK-8 | 502 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: n/an/a
32919 N Center St
Wittmann, AZ 85361
(623) 388-2915
Gr: 9-12 | 378 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: n/an/a
32919 N Center St
Wittmann, AZ 85361
(623) 388-2115
Gr: 7-12 | 8 students Minority enrollment: 25%

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 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

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