For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 429 students in 85603, AZ.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85603, AZ are Lowell School and New Crossroads Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 85603 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Arizona public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 85603, AZ have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public middle school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85603, AZ Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lowell School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
100 Old Douglas Rd
Bisbee, AZ 85603
(520) 432-5391
Bisbee, AZ 85603
(520) 432-5391
Gr: 5-8 | 114 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #22.
New Crossroads Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
100 Clawson Ave Fl 3
Bisbee, AZ 85603
(520) 803-3380
Bisbee, AZ 85603
(520) 803-3380
Gr: 6-12 | 311 students Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: n/an/a
325 School Terrace Road
Bisbee, AZ 85603
(520) 432-5381
Bisbee, AZ 85603
(520) 432-5381
Gr: K-12 | 4 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 85603, AZ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85603, AZ include Lowell School and New Crossroads Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 85603?
3 public middle schools are located in 85603.
What is the racial composition of students in 85603?
85603 public middle schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public middle schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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