Best 85553 Arizona Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 79 students in 85553, AZ.
The top-ranked public school in 85553, AZ is Tonto Basin Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 85553 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85553, AZ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

Best 85553, AZ Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tonto Basin Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
445 S. Old Hwy 188
Tonto Basin, AZ 85553
(928) 479-2277
Gr: PK-8 | 79 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 15%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 85553, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85553, AZ include Tonto Basin Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 85553?
1 public schools are located in 85553.
What is the racial composition of students in 85553?
85553 public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

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