For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 397 students in Ajo, AZ.
The top-ranked public schools in Ajo, AZ are Ajo High School and Ajo Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Ajo, AZ public schools have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 14% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Ajo have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Ajo, AZ (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ajo High School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
111 N Well Rd
Ajo, AZ 85321
(520) 387-5618
Ajo, AZ 85321
(520) 387-5618
Gr: 9-12 | 139 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #22.
Ajo Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
111 N Well Rd
Ajo, AZ 85321
(520) 387-5618
Ajo, AZ 85321
(520) 387-5618
Gr: PK-8 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Ajo, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in Ajo, AZ include Ajo High School and Ajo Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Ajo?
2 public schools are located in Ajo.
What is the racial composition of students in Ajo?
Ajo public schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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