For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 415 students in Joseph City, AZ.
The top-ranked public schools in Joseph City, AZ are Joseph City High School, Joseph City Elementary School and Joseph City Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Joseph City, AZ public schools have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Joseph City have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Joseph City, AZ (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Joseph City High School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4629 2nd North
Joseph City, AZ 86032
(928) 288-3361
Joseph City, AZ 86032
(928) 288-3361
Gr: 9-12 | 128 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Joseph City Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8176 Westover St
Joseph City, AZ 86032
(928) 288-3329
Joseph City, AZ 86032
(928) 288-3329
Gr: PK-6 | 190 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #33.
Joseph City Junior High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4629 E. Second North
Joseph City, AZ 86032
(928) 288-3361
Joseph City, AZ 86032
(928) 288-3361
Gr: 6-8 | 97 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Joseph City, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in Joseph City, AZ include Joseph City High School, Joseph City Elementary School and Joseph City Junior High School.
How many public schools are located in Joseph City?
3 public schools are located in Joseph City.
What is the racial composition of students in Joseph City?
Joseph City public schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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