For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 967 students in Thatcher, AZ.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Thatcher, AZ is Thatcher Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Thatcher, AZ public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in Thatcher have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Thatcher, AZ (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Thatcher Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1350 4th Avenue
Thatcher, AZ 85552
(928) 348-7250
Thatcher, AZ 85552
(928) 348-7250
Gr: 3-6 | 549 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: n/an/a
3615 Second St.
Thatcher, AZ 85552
(928) 348-7240
Thatcher, AZ 85552
(928) 348-7240
Gr: PK-2 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Thatcher, AZ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Thatcher, AZ include Thatcher Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Thatcher?
2 public elementary schools are located in Thatcher.
What is the racial composition of students in Thatcher?
Thatcher public elementary schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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