For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,552 students in 85540, AZ.
The top ranked public schools in 85540, AZ are Metcalf Elementary School, Fairbanks Middle School and Morenci High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85540 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85540, AZ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85540, AZ Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Metcalf Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
Fairbanks Rd #1
Morenci, AZ 85540
(928) 865-7290
Morenci, AZ 85540
(928) 865-7290
Grades: PK-4
| 791 students
Rank: #22.
Fairbanks Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1056 Fairbanks Road
Morenci, AZ 85540
(928) 865-3501
Morenci, AZ 85540
(928) 865-3501
Grades: 5-8
| 395 students
Rank: #33.
Morenci High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1 Stadium Dr
Morenci, AZ 85540
(928) 865-3631
Morenci, AZ 85540
(928) 865-3631
Grades: 9-12
| 366 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 85540, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in 85540, AZ include Metcalf Elementary School, Fairbanks Middle School and Morenci High School.
How many public schools are located in 85540?
3 public schools are located in 85540.
What is the racial composition of students in 85540?
85540 public schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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