For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 145 students in 85608, AZ.
The top ranked public schools in 85608, AZ are Apache Elementary School and Faras Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85608 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Arizona public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85608, AZ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85608, AZ 九游体育s (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Apache Elementary School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10488 N. Skelton Canyon Rd.
Douglas, AZ 85608
(520) 558-2364
Douglas, AZ 85608
(520) 558-2364
Grades: K-8
| 12 students
Rank: #22.
Faras Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
410 W. Fir Avenue
Douglas, AZ 85608
(520) 364-8461
Douglas, AZ 85608
(520) 364-8461
Grades: K-5
| 133 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 85608, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in 85608, AZ include Apache Elementary School and Faras Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 85608?
2 public schools are located in 85608.
What is the racial composition of students in 85608?
85608 public schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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