For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 523 students in 85536, AZ.
The top-ranked public schools in 85536, AZ are Mt. Turnbull Academy, Fort Thomas Elementary School and Fort Thomas High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85536 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85536, AZ have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85536, AZ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mt. Turnbull Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
297 E Us Highway 70
Fort Thomas, AZ 85536
(928) 475-3050
Fort Thomas, AZ 85536
(928) 475-3050
Gr: PK-12 | 32 students
Rank: #22.
Fort Thomas Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
15560 West Elementary School R
Fort Thomas, AZ 85536
(928) 485-2433
Fort Thomas, AZ 85536
(928) 485-2433
Gr: PK-6 | 207 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
Fort Thomas High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
Highway 70
Fort Thomas, AZ 85536
(928) 965-2879
Fort Thomas, AZ 85536
(928) 965-2879
Gr: 7-12 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 85536, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85536, AZ include Mt. Turnbull Academy, Fort Thomas Elementary School and Fort Thomas High School.
How many public schools are located in 85536?
3 public schools are located in 85536.
What is the racial composition of students in 85536?
85536 public schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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