For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 774 students in 85643, AZ.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 85643, AZ are Willcox Elementary School, Bonita Elementary School and Willcox Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 85643 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 85643, AZ have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85643, AZ Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Willcox Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
501 W Delos St
Willcox, AZ 85643
(520) 384-8603
Willcox, AZ 85643
(520) 384-8603
Gr: PK-4 | 378 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #22.
Bonita Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
18008 S Fort Grant Rd
Willcox, AZ 85643
(928) 828-3363
Willcox, AZ 85643
(928) 828-3363
Gr: K-8 | 94 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #33.
Willcox Middle School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
360 N Bisbee Ave
Willcox, AZ 85643
(520) 384-8613
Willcox, AZ 85643
(520) 384-8613
Gr: 4-8 | 302 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 85643, AZ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 85643, AZ include Willcox Elementary School, Bonita Elementary School and Willcox Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 85643?
3 public elementary schools are located in 85643.
What is the racial composition of students in 85643?
85643 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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