For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,300 students in 85602, AZ (there are , serving 8 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 85602, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 85602, AZ are Benson Digital Learning Center, Benson High School and Benson Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85602 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Arizona public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85602, AZ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85602, AZ 51爆料s (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Benson Digital Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
197 E 7th St
Benson, AZ 85602
(520) 720-6702
Benson, AZ 85602
(520) 720-6702
Grades: 9-12
| 38 students
Rank: #22.
Benson High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
360 S Patagonia St
Benson, AZ 85602
(520) 720-6841
Benson, AZ 85602
(520) 720-6841
Grades: 9-12
| 414 students
Rank: #33.
Benson Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
360 S Patagonia St
Benson, AZ 85602
(520) 720-6801
Benson, AZ 85602
(520) 720-6801
Grades: 5-8
| 285 students
Rank: #44.
Benson Primary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
360 S Patagonia St
Benson, AZ 85602
(520) 720-6708
Benson, AZ 85602
(520) 720-6708
Grades: PK-5
| 515 students
Rank: #55.
Benson Digital Learning Center Online
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
197 E 7th St
Benson, AZ 85602
(520) 720-6702
Benson, AZ 85602
(520) 720-6702
Grades: K-12
| 48 students
85602, Arizona 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
197 E 7th Street
Benson, AZ 85602
(520) 720-6700
Benson, AZ 85602
(520) 720-6700
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
1275 East Barney Lane
Benson, AZ 85602
(520) 586-8691
Benson, AZ 85602
(520) 586-8691
Grades: K-8
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 85602, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in 85602, AZ include Benson Digital Learning Center, Benson High School and Benson Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 85602?
5 public schools are located in 85602.
What percentage of students in 85602 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 85602 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85602?
85602 public schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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