For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 794 students in Hereford, AZ.
The top ranked public middle schools in Hereford, AZ are Coronado Elementary School and Palominas Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hereford, AZ public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Arizona public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in Hereford have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public middle school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Middle Schools in Hereford, AZ (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Coronado Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5148 S Coronado School Dr
Hereford, AZ 85615
(520) 366-6204
Hereford, AZ 85615
(520) 366-6204
Grades: K-8
| 419 students
Rank: #22.
Palominas Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10385 E Highway 92
Hereford, AZ 85615
(520) 366-6204
Hereford, AZ 85615
(520) 366-6204
Grades: PK-8
| 375 students
Hereford, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
4200 East Ramsey Rd
Hereford, AZ 85615
(520) 803-0508
Hereford, AZ 85615
(520) 803-0508
Grades: 8-12
| 36 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in Hereford, AZ?
The top ranked public middle schools in Hereford, AZ include Coronado Elementary School and Palominas Elementary School.
How many public middle schools are located in Hereford?
2 public middle schools are located in Hereford.
What is the racial composition of students in Hereford?
Hereford public middle schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public middle schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Which public middle schools in Hereford are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public middle schools in Hereford include: Palominas Elementary School vs. Coronado Elementary School
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