For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 481 students in 85343, AZ.
The top-ranked public school in 85343, AZ is Palo Verde Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 85343 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85343, 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 85343, AZ Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Palo Verde Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10700 S. Palo Verde Road
Palo Verde, AZ 85343
(623) 327-3680
Palo Verde, AZ 85343
(623) 327-3680
Gr: PK-8 | 481 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 85343, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85343, AZ include Palo Verde Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 85343?
1 public schools are located in 85343.
What is the racial composition of students in 85343?
85343 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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