For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 406 students in 85650, AZ (there are 2 private schools, serving 250 private students). 62% of all K-12 students in 85650, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
The top ranked public school in 85650, AZ is Huachuca Mountain Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 85650 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Arizona public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85650, AZ have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85650, AZ Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Huachuca Mountain Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3228 Saint Andrews Dr
Sierra Vista, AZ 85650
(520) 515-2960
Sierra Vista, AZ 85650
(520) 515-2960
Grades: K-6
| 406 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 85650, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in 85650, AZ include Huachuca Mountain Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 85650?
1 public schools are located in 85650.
What percentage of students in 85650 go to public school?
62% of all K-12 students in 85650 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85650?
85650 public schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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