For the 2026 school year, there are 16 public schools serving 6,143 students in 85365, AZ (there are 2 private schools, serving 693 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 85365, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
The top-ranked public schools in 85365, AZ are James D Price School, Desert Mesa Elementary School and Stedy- Arizona Western College. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85365 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85365, AZ have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85365, AZ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
James D Price School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1010 Barranca Road Yuma Provi
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 502-7730
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 502-7730
Gr: PK-5 | 63 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #22.
Desert Mesa Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2350 S Avenue 7 1/2 E
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 502-8600
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 502-8600
Gr: PK-5 | 876 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #33.
Stedy- Arizona Western College
Vocational School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2020 S 8th Ave
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 366-5903
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 366-5903
Gr: 10-12 | 4 students Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #44.
James B Rolle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2711 S Engler Ave
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 502-8200
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 502-8200
Gr: PK-6 | 567 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #55.
Stedy- Central Campus
Vocational School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 40-59% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
899 E Plaza Cir Ste 1
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 366-5884
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 366-5884
Gr: 10-12 | 2 students
Rank: #66.
Mary A Otondo Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2251 S Otondo Dr
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 502-8500
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 502-8500
Gr: PK-5 | 893 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #77.
Gila Ridge High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7150 E 24th St
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 502-6400
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 502-6400
Gr: 9-12 | 2,249 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #88.
Stedy- Gila Ridge High School Satellite
Vocational School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 39% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7150 E 24th St
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 373-1006
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 373-1006
Gr: 9-12 | 2 students Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #99.
Ron Watson Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9851 E 28th St
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 502-7400
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 502-7400
Gr: 6-8 | 548 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #1010.
Stedy- Cibola High School Satellite
Vocational School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 24% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4100 W 20th St
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 373-1006
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 373-1006
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #1111.
Castle Dome Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2353 S Otondo Dr
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 502-7300
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 502-7300
Gr: 6-8 | 939 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #1212.
Stedy- Antelope High School Satellite
Vocational School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 20-29% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
9168 South Avenue 36e
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 373-1006
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 373-1006
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #1313.
Stedy- Kofa High School Satellite
Vocational School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 26% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3100 S Avenue A
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 373-1006
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 373-1006
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #1414.
Stedy- San Luis High School Satellite
Vocational School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 23% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1250 North 8th Avenue
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 373-1006
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 373-1006
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #1515.
Stedy- Yuma High School Satellite
Vocational School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
400 S 6th Ave
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 366-5884
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 366-5884
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Stedy- Vista High School Satellite
Vocational School
2350 S Virginia Dr
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 373-1182
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 373-1182
Gr: 9-12
85365, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
840 East 22nd St
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 782-9241
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 782-9241
Gr: PK-5 | 474 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
2363 South Kennedy Lane
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 314-1102
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 314-1102
Gr: K-8 | 588 students Minority enrollment: 57%
35 E. Wilcox Drive
Yuma, AZ 85365
(520) 452-7965
Yuma, AZ 85365
(520) 452-7965
Gr: K-12 | 43 students Minority enrollment: 39%
Stedy- Aztec High School Satellite (Closed 2025)
Vocational School
2330 W 28th St
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 366-5884
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 366-5884
Gr: 10-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 85365, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85365, AZ include James D Price School, Desert Mesa Elementary School and Stedy- Arizona Western College.
How many public schools are located in 85365?
16 public schools are located in 85365.
What percentage of students in 85365 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 85365 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85365?
85365 public schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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