For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 389 students in 86325, AZ.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 86325, AZ are Desert Star Community School and Oak Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 86325 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Arizona public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 86325, AZ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public middle school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 86325, AZ Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Desert Star Community School
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1240 S Recycler Rd
Cornville, AZ 86325
(928) 282-0171
Cornville, AZ 86325
(928) 282-0171
Gr: K-8 | 155 students Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Oak Creek Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
11490 Purple Sage
Cornville, AZ 86325
(928) 639-5109
Cornville, AZ 86325
(928) 639-5109
Gr: K-8 | 234 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 86325, AZ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 86325, AZ include Desert Star Community School and Oak Creek Elementary School.
How many public middle schools are located in 86325?
2 public middle schools are located in 86325.
What is the racial composition of students in 86325?
86325 public middle schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public middle schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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