For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,186 students in 85540, AZ.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 85540, AZ are Metcalf Elementary School and Fairbanks Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø elementary schools in zipcode 85540 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 85540, AZ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85540, AZ ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: PK-4 | 791 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
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
Gr: 5-8 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 85540, AZ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 85540, AZ include Metcalf Elementary School and Fairbanks Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 85540?
2 public elementary schools are located in 85540.
What is the racial composition of students in 85540?
85540 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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