For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,644 students in 85546, AZ.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 85546, AZ are Dorothy Stinson School, Lafe Nelson School and Ruth Powell Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 85546 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 85546, AZ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85546, AZ Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dorothy Stinson School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2013 S 8th Ave
Safford, AZ 85546
(928) 348-7010
Safford, AZ 85546
(928) 348-7010
Grades: PK-6
| 563 students
Rank: #22.
Lafe Nelson School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1100 S 10th Ave
Safford, AZ 85546
(928) 348-7020
Safford, AZ 85546
(928) 348-7020
Grades: K-6
| 462 students
Rank: #33.
Ruth Powell Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1041 S 14th Ave
Safford, AZ 85546
(928) 348-7030
Safford, AZ 85546
(928) 348-7030
Grades: PK-6
| 523 students
Rank: #44.
Triumphant Learning Center
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
201 E Main St
Safford, AZ 85546
(928) 348-8422
Safford, AZ 85546
(928) 348-8422
Grades: K-8
| 96 students
85546, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Aoc-graham County Juvenile Detention Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
919 W Thatcher Blvd
Safford, AZ 85546
(928) 428-3954
Safford, AZ 85546
(928) 428-3954
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
1976 Thatcher Blvd
Safford, AZ 85546
(928) 348-8688
Safford, AZ 85546
(928) 348-8688
Grades: 9-12
| 55 students
1976 Thatcher Blvd
Safford, AZ 85546
(928) 348-8688
Safford, AZ 85546
(928) 348-8688
Grades: 7-8
| n/a students
Greenlee County Juvenile Detention (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
919 Thatcher
Safford, AZ 85546
(928) 865-2822
Safford, AZ 85546
(928) 865-2822
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
734 W 11th St
Safford, AZ 85546
(928) 348-7060
Safford, AZ 85546
(928) 348-7060
Grades: 9-12
| 33 students
Jail-graham County Sheriffs Office (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
523 S 10th Ave
Safford, AZ 85546
(928) 428-2880
Safford, AZ 85546
(928) 428-2880
Grades: Inquire with school
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 85546, AZ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 85546, AZ include Dorothy Stinson School, Lafe Nelson School and Ruth Powell Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 85546?
4 public elementary schools are located in 85546.
What is the racial composition of students in 85546?
85546 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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