For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 322 students in Thatcher, AZ.
The top-ranked public middle schools in Thatcher, AZ are Thatcher Middle School and Eagle Online Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Thatcher, AZ public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Arizona public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in Thatcher have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arizona public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public middle school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Middle Schools in Thatcher, AZ (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Thatcher Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1300 North 4th Avenue
Thatcher, AZ 85552
(928) 348-7260
Thatcher, AZ 85552
(928) 348-7260
Gr: 7-8 | 273 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
Eagle Online Academy
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3490 W Main St
Thatcher, AZ 85552
(928) 348-7200
Thatcher, AZ 85552
(928) 348-7200
Gr: 7-12 | 49 students Minority enrollment: 35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Thatcher, AZ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Thatcher, AZ include Thatcher Middle School and Eagle Online Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in Thatcher?
2 public middle schools are located in Thatcher.
What is the racial composition of students in Thatcher?
Thatcher public middle schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public middle schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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