For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 333 students in 85602, AZ.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85602, AZ are Benson Middle School and Benson Digital Learning Center Online. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 85602 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Arizona public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 85602, AZ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arizona public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public middle school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85602, AZ Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Benson Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
360 S Patagonia St
Benson, AZ 85602
(520) 720-6801
Benson, AZ 85602
(520) 720-6801
Gr: 5-8 | 285 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
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
Gr: K-12 | 48 students Student-teacher ratio: 48:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
85602, Arizona 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
98 N. Oak Dr.
Benson, AZ 85602
(520) 574-3033
Benson, AZ 85602
(520) 574-3033
Gr: K-8 | 42 students Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 85602, AZ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85602, AZ include Benson Middle School and Benson Digital Learning Center Online.
How many public middle schools are located in 85602?
2 public middle schools are located in 85602.
What is the racial composition of students in 85602?
85602 public middle schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public middle schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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