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Best 85901 Arizona Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 2,571 students in 85901, AZ (there are 4 private schools, serving 323 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 85901, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 85901, AZ are Linden Elementary School, Show Low High School and White Mountain Institute. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85901 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85901, AZ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

Best 85901, AZ Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Linden Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1009 School House Ln
Show Low, AZ 85901
(928) 537-6017
Gr: K-5 | 208 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Show Low High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1201 N. Cougar Lane
Show Low, AZ 85901
(928) 537-6200
Gr: 3-12 | 858 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #33.
White Mountain Institute
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1201 N. Cougar Lane
Show Low, AZ 85901
(928) 537-6210
Gr: 9-12 | 48 students Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #44.
Nikolaus Homestead Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
761 E Mcneil
Show Low, AZ 85901
(928) 537-6150
Gr: K-5 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #55.
Whipple Ranch Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 35% )
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1350 N Central Ave
Show Low, AZ 85901
(928) 537-6050
Gr: PK-5 | 351 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #66.
Show Low Junior High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
761 E Mcneil
Show Low, AZ 85901
(928) 537-6100
Gr: 6-8 | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #77.
Wmi On Line
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
500w. Old Linden Rd.
Show Low, AZ 85901
(928) 537-6200
Gr: K-12 | 9 students Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #88.
Sequoia Village School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
982 Full House Ln
Show Low, AZ 85901
(928) 537-1208
Gr: K-12 | 173 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: n/an/a
Show Low Preschool
Special Education School
500 W Old Linden Rd
Show Low, AZ 85901
(520) 537-6000
Gr: PK | 14 students Minority enrollment: 21%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 85901, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85901, AZ include Linden Elementary School, Show Low High School and White Mountain Institute.
How many public schools are located in 85901?
9 public schools are located in 85901.
What percentage of students in 85901 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 85901 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85901?
85901 public schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

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