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Best 85365 Arizona Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 17 public schools serving 6,143 students in 85365, AZ (there are 2 private schools, serving 681 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 85365, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 85365, AZ are Stedy- Aztec High School Satellite, James D Price School and Desert Mesa Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85365 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85365, AZ have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

Best 85365, AZ Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Stedy- Aztec High School Satellite
Vocational School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2330 W 28th St
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 366-5884
Gr: 10-12
Rank: #22.
James D Price School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1010 Barranca Road Yuma Provi
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 502-7730
Gr: PK-5 | 63 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #33.
Desert Mesa Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2350 S Avenue 7 1/2 E
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 502-8600
Gr: PK-5 | 876 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #44.
Stedy- Arizona Western College
Vocational School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2020 S 8th Ave
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 366-5903
Gr: 10-12 | 4 students Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #55.
James B Rolle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2711 S Engler Ave
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 502-8200
Gr: PK-6 | 567 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #66.
Stedy- Central Campus
Vocational School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 40-59% )
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
899 E Plaza Cir Ste 1
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 366-5884
Gr: 10-12 | 2 students
Rank: #77.
Mary A Otondo Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2251 S Otondo Dr
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 502-8500
Gr: PK-5 | 893 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #88.
Gila Ridge High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
7150 E 24th St
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 502-6400
Gr: 9-12 | 2,249 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #99.
Stedy- Gila Ridge High School Satellite
Vocational School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 39% )
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
7150 E 24th St
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 373-1006
Gr: 9-12 | 2 students Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #1010.
Ron Watson Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
9851 E 28th St
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 502-7400
Gr: 6-8 | 548 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #1111.
Stedy- Cibola High School Satellite
Vocational School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 24% )
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
4100 W 20th St
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 373-1006
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #1212.
Castle Dome Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2353 S Otondo Dr
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 502-7300
Gr: 6-8 | 939 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #1313.
Stedy- Antelope High School Satellite
Vocational School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 20-29% )
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
9168 South Avenue 36e
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 373-1006
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #1414.
Stedy- Kofa High School Satellite
Vocational School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 26% )
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
3100 S Avenue A
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 373-1006
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #1515.
Stedy- San Luis High School Satellite
Vocational School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 23% )
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1250 North 8th Avenue
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 373-1006
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #1616.
Stedy- Yuma High School Satellite
Vocational School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19% )
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
400 S 6th Ave
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 366-5884
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Stedy- Vista High School Satellite
Vocational School
2350 S Virginia Dr
Yuma, AZ 85365
(928) 373-1182
Gr: 9-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 85365, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85365, AZ include Stedy- Aztec High School Satellite, James D Price School and Desert Mesa Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 85365?
17 public schools are located in 85365.
What percentage of students in 85365 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 85365 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85365?
85365 public schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

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