For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 3,498 students in 85641, AZ.
The top-ranked public high schools in 85641, AZ are Vail Academy & High School, Andrada Polytechnic High School and Cienega High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 85641 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Arizona public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 45% statewide average). High schools in 85641, AZ have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arizona public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 85641 have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is more than the Arizona average of 78%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Cienega High School, with 97% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arizona or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85641, AZ Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Vail Academy & High School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7762 E Science Park Dr
Vail, AZ 85641
(520) 879-1900
Vail, AZ 85641
(520) 879-1900
Gr: K-12 | 625 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #22.
Andrada Polytechnic High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12960 S Houghton Rd
Vail, AZ 85641
(520) 879-3300
Vail, AZ 85641
(520) 879-3300
Gr: 9-12 | 836 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #33.
Cienega High School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12775 E Mary Ann Cleveland Way
Vail, AZ 85641
(520) 879-2800
Vail, AZ 85641
(520) 879-2800
Gr: 9-12 | 1,881 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #44.
Vail Innovation Center
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10775 E Mary Ann Cleveland Way
Vail, AZ 85641
(520) 879-1300
Vail, AZ 85641
(520) 879-1300
Gr: K-12 | 61 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #55.
Pantano High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
12775 E Mary Ann Cleveland Way
Vail, AZ 85641
(520) 879-1200
Vail, AZ 85641
(520) 879-1200
Gr: 9-12 | 95 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 85641, AZ?
The top-ranked public high schools in 85641, AZ include Vail Academy & High School, Andrada Polytechnic High School and Cienega High School.
How many public high schools are located in 85641?
5 public high schools are located in 85641.
What is the racial composition of students in 85641?
85641 public high schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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