For the 2026 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 4,525 students in 85635, AZ (there are 3 private schools, serving 396 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 85635, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 85635, AZ are Svusd Aoi, Pueblo Del Sol Elementary School and Bella Vista Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85635 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85635, AZ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85635, AZ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Svusd Aoi
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5225 E Buena School Blvd
Sierra Vista, AZ 85635
(520) 515-2901
Sierra Vista, AZ 85635
(520) 515-2901
Gr: K-12
Rank: #22.
Pueblo Del Sol Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5130 Paseo Las Palmas
Sierra Vista, AZ 85635
(520) 515-2970
Sierra Vista, AZ 85635
(520) 515-2970
Gr: K-6 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #33.
Bella Vista Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
801 N Lenzner Ave
Sierra Vista, AZ 85635
(520) 515-2940
Sierra Vista, AZ 85635
(520) 515-2940
Gr: K-6 | 232 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #44.
Buena High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5225 E Buena School Blvd
Sierra Vista, AZ 85635
(520) 515-2800
Sierra Vista, AZ 85635
(520) 515-2800
Gr: 7-12 | 1,715 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #55.
Village Meadows Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
905 El Camino Real
Sierra Vista, AZ 85635
(520) 515-2990
Sierra Vista, AZ 85635
(520) 515-2990
Gr: K-6 | 338 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #66.
Center For Academic Success #5 - Sierra Vista K-8
Charter School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
900 Carmelita Dr
Sierra Vista, AZ 85635
(520) 439-3518
Sierra Vista, AZ 85635
(520) 439-3518
Gr: K-8 | 360 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #77.
Joyce Clark Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1045 S Lenzner Ave
Sierra Vista, AZ 85635
(520) 515-2930
Sierra Vista, AZ 85635
(520) 515-2930
Gr: K-8 | 462 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #88.
Center For Academic Success #1 - Sierra Vista 9-12
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
900 Carmelita Dr
Sierra Vista, AZ 85635
(520) 439-3500
Sierra Vista, AZ 85635
(520) 439-3500
Gr: 9-12 | 130 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #99.
Town & Country Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1313 S Lenzner Ave
Sierra Vista, AZ 85635
(520) 515-2980
Sierra Vista, AZ 85635
(520) 515-2980
Gr: PK-6 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #1010.
Berean Academy
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1169 Colombo Ave
Sierra Vista, AZ 85635
(520) 459-4113
Sierra Vista, AZ 85635
(520) 459-4113
Gr: K-12 | 352 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #1111.
Carmichael Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
701 N Carmichael Ave
Sierra Vista, AZ 85635
(520) 515-2950
Sierra Vista, AZ 85635
(520) 515-2950
Gr: PK-6 | 285 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: n/an/a
701 N Carmichael Ave
Sierra Vista, AZ 85635
(520) 515-2950
Sierra Vista, AZ 85635
(520) 515-2950
Gr: PK
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 85635, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85635, AZ include Svusd Aoi, Pueblo Del Sol Elementary School and Bella Vista Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 85635?
13 public schools are located in 85635.
What percentage of students in 85635 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 85635 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85635?
85635 public schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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