For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 470 students in 85550, AZ.
The top-ranked public high schools in 85550, AZ are San Carlos Alternative High School, Cvit - San Carlos High School and San Carlos High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 85550 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Arizona public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 14% (versus the 45% statewide average). High schools in 85550, AZ have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 85550 have a Graduation Rate of 73%, which is less than the Arizona average of 78%.
The school with highest graduation rate is San Carlos High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arizona or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Arizona public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85550, AZ Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
San Carlos Alternative High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
27010 E Highway 70
San Carlos, AZ 85550
(928) 475-2315
San Carlos, AZ 85550
(928) 475-2315
Gr: K-12 | 37 students
Rank: #22.
Cvit - San Carlos High School
Vocational School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: ≤10% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
27010 E Highway 70
San Carlos, AZ 85550
(928) 475-2315
San Carlos, AZ 85550
(928) 475-2315
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #33.
San Carlos High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
27010 E Highway 70
San Carlos, AZ 85550
(928) 475-2378
San Carlos, AZ 85550
(928) 475-2378
Gr: 6-12 | 433 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 85550, AZ?
The top-ranked public high schools in 85550, AZ include San Carlos Alternative High School, Cvit - San Carlos High School and San Carlos High School.
How many public high schools are located in 85550?
4 public high schools are located in 85550.
What is the racial composition of students in 85550?
85550 public high schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Arizona public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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