For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 986 students in 85361, AZ.
The top ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 85361 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 85361, AZ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85361, AZ Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Desert Oasis Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
17161 W Bajada Rd
Wittmann, AZ 85361
(623) 556-5880
Wittmann, AZ 85361
(623) 556-5880
Grades: PK-8
| 572 students
Rank: #22.
Nadaburg Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
21419 W Dove Valley Rd
Wittmann, AZ 85361
(623) 388-2321
Wittmann, AZ 85361
(623) 388-2321
Grades: PK-8
| 414 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 85361, AZ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 85361, AZ include Desert Oasis Elementary School and Nadaburg Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 85361?
2 public elementary schools are located in 85361.
What is the racial composition of students in 85361?
85361 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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