For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 706 students in Hereford, AZ.
The top-ranked public schools in Hereford, AZ are Valley View Elementary School, Coronado Elementary School and Palominas Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hereford, AZ public schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Hereford have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Hereford, AZ (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Valley View Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6849 E Highway 92
Hereford, AZ 85615
(520) 366-0947
Hereford, AZ 85615
(520) 366-0947
Gr: PK | 31 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
Coronado Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5148 S Coronado School Dr
Hereford, AZ 85615
(520) 366-6204
Hereford, AZ 85615
(520) 366-6204
Gr: K-8 | 404 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #33.
Palominas Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10385 E Highway 92
Hereford, AZ 85615
(520) 366-6204
Hereford, AZ 85615
(520) 366-6204
Gr: PK-8 | 271 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Hereford, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in Hereford, AZ include Valley View Elementary School, Coronado Elementary School and Palominas Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Hereford?
3 public schools are located in Hereford.
What is the racial composition of students in Hereford?
Hereford public schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Hereford are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Hereford include: Valley View Elementary School vs. Coronado Elementary School, Coronado Elementary School vs. Valley View Elementary School, Palominas Elementary School vs. Coronado Elementary School
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