For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,686 students in 85546, AZ.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 85546, AZ are Dorothy Stinson School, Lafe Nelson School and Ruth Powell Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 85546 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 85546, AZ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85546, AZ Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dorothy Stinson School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2013 S 8th Ave
Safford, AZ 85546
(928) 348-7010
Safford, AZ 85546
(928) 348-7010
Gr: PK-6 | 539 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #22.
Lafe Nelson School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1100 S 10th Ave
Safford, AZ 85546
(928) 348-7020
Safford, AZ 85546
(928) 348-7020
Gr: K-6 | 471 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #33.
Ruth Powell Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1041 S 14th Ave
Safford, AZ 85546
(928) 348-7030
Safford, AZ 85546
(928) 348-7030
Gr: PK-6 | 575 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #44.
Triumphant Learning Center
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
201 E Main St
Safford, AZ 85546
(928) 348-8422
Safford, AZ 85546
(928) 348-8422
Gr: K-8 | 101 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 85546, AZ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 85546, AZ include Dorothy Stinson School, Lafe Nelson School and Ruth Powell Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 85546?
4 public elementary schools are located in 85546.
What is the racial composition of students in 85546?
85546 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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