For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,722 students in 85344, AZ (there are 1 private school, serving 14 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 85344, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 85344, AZ are Parker Alternative School, Blake Primary School and Wallace Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85344 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Arizona public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85344, AZ have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85344, AZ Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Parker Alternative School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1001 S Kofa Ave
Parker, AZ 85344
(928) 669-2197
Parker, AZ 85344
(928) 669-2197
Grades: 9-12
| 39 students
Rank: #22.
Blake Primary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
701 S Navajo Ave
Parker, AZ 85344
(928) 669-8203
Parker, AZ 85344
(928) 669-8203
Grades: PK-2
| 354 students
Rank: #33.
Wallace Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1201 W 16th St
Parker, AZ 85344
(928) 669-2141
Parker, AZ 85344
(928) 669-2141
Grades: 3-5
| 313 students
Rank: #44.
Parker High School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1600 S Kofa Ave
Parker, AZ 85344
(928) 669-2202
Parker, AZ 85344
(928) 669-2202
Grades: 9-12
| 507 students
Rank: #55.
Wallace Jr High School
Magnet School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1320 W 18th St # 1090
Parker, AZ 85344
(928) 669-2141
Parker, AZ 85344
(928) 669-2141
Grades: 6-8
| 303 students
Rank: #66.
Le Pera Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
19121 Tahbo Rd
Parker, AZ 85344
(928) 662-4306
Parker, AZ 85344
(928) 662-4306
Grades: K-8
| 206 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 85344, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in 85344, AZ include Parker Alternative School, Blake Primary School and Wallace Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 85344?
6 public schools are located in 85344.
What percentage of students in 85344 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 85344 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85344?
85344 public schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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