For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 3,713 students in 85365, AZ.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 85365, AZ are James D Price School, Desert Mesa Elementary School and James B Rolle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 85365 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 85365, AZ have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public elementary school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85365, AZ Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
James D Price School
Magnet 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
Grades: PK-5
| 69 students
Rank: #22.
Desert Mesa Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 42% | 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
Grades: PK-5
| 841 students
Rank: #33.
James B Rolle School
Magnet School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2711 S Engler Ave
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 502-8200
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 502-8200
Grades: PK-6
| 512 students
Rank: #44.
Mary A Otondo Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2251 S Otondo Dr
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 502-8500
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 502-8500
Grades: PK-5
| 814 students
Rank: #55.
Ron Watson Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9851 E 28th St
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 502-7400
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 502-7400
Grades: 6-8
| 503 students
Rank: #66.
Castle Dome Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2353 S Otondo Dr
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 502-7300
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 502-7300
Grades: 6-8
| 974 students
85365, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
840 East 22nd St
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 782-9241
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 782-9241
Grades: PK-5
| 474 students
Juniper Tree Academy (Closed 2023)
Charter School
2363 South Kennedy Lane
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 314-1102
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 314-1102
Grades: K-8
| 588 students
Omega Alpha Academy School (Closed 2007)
Charter School
35 E. Wilcox Drive
Yuma, AZ 85365
(520) 452-7965
Yuma, AZ 85365
(520) 452-7965
Grades: K-12
| 43 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 85365, AZ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 85365, AZ include James D Price School, Desert Mesa Elementary School and James B Rolle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 85365?
6 public elementary schools are located in 85365.
What is the racial composition of students in 85365?
85365 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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