For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,487 students in 85365, AZ.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85365, AZ are Ron Watson Middle School and Castle Dome Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 85365 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Arizona public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 85365, AZ have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public middle school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85365, AZ Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ron Watson Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9851 E 28th St
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 502-7400
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 502-7400
Gr: 6-8 | 548 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #22.
Castle Dome Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2353 S Otondo Dr
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 502-7300
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 502-7300
Gr: 6-8 | 939 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 85365, AZ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85365, AZ include Ron Watson Middle School and Castle Dome Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 85365?
2 public middle schools are located in 85365.
What is the racial composition of students in 85365?
85365 public middle schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public middle schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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