For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 509 students in 85536, AZ.
The top ranked public schools in 85536, AZ are Mt. Turnbull Academy, Fort Thomas Elementary School and Fort Thomas High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85536 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85536, AZ have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Arizona public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85536, AZ Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mt. Turnbull Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
297 E Us Highway 70
Fort Thomas, AZ 85536
(928) 475-3050
Fort Thomas, AZ 85536
(928) 475-3050
Grades: PK-12
| 28 students
Rank: #22.
Fort Thomas Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
15560 West Elementary School R
Fort Thomas, AZ 85536
(928) 485-2433
Fort Thomas, AZ 85536
(928) 485-2433
Grades: PK-6
| 220 students
Rank: #33.
Fort Thomas High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
Highway 70
Fort Thomas, AZ 85536
(928) 965-2879
Fort Thomas, AZ 85536
(928) 965-2879
Grades: 7-12
| 261 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 85536, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in 85536, AZ include Mt. Turnbull Academy, Fort Thomas Elementary School and Fort Thomas High School.
How many public schools are located in 85536?
3 public schools are located in 85536.
What is the racial composition of students in 85536?
85536 public schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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