For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public middle schools serving 4,838 students in 85364, AZ.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85364, AZ are Gowan Science Academy, Amerischools Academy - Yuma and Pueblo Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 85364 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Arizona public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 85364, AZ have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public middle school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85364, AZ Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gowan Science Academy
(Math: 52% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1020 W Avenue C
Yuma, AZ 85364
(928) 539-1200
Yuma, AZ 85364
(928) 539-1200
Gr: PK-8 | 816 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #22.
Amerischools Academy - Yuma
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2098 S 3rd Ave
Yuma, AZ 85364
(928) 329-1100
Yuma, AZ 85364
(928) 329-1100
Gr: K-8 | 102 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #33.
Pueblo Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2803 W 20th St
Yuma, AZ 85364
(928) 373-3600
Yuma, AZ 85364
(928) 373-3600
Gr: PK-8 | 598 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #44.
Crane Ilearning Academy
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4250 W 16th St
Yuma, AZ 85364
(928) 373-3400
Yuma, AZ 85364
(928) 373-3400
Gr: PK-8
Rank: #55.
Crane Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4450 W 32nd St
Yuma, AZ 85364
(928) 373-3200
Yuma, AZ 85364
(928) 373-3200
Gr: 6-8 | 554 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #66.
Centennial Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2650 W 20th St
Yuma, AZ 85364
(928) 373-3300
Yuma, AZ 85364
(928) 373-3300
Gr: 6-8 | 646 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #77.
Yuma District One Digital Learning Academy
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
450 W 6th St
Yuma, AZ 85364
(928) 502-4394
Yuma, AZ 85364
(928) 502-4394
Gr: K-8 | 18 students Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #88.
R Pete Woodard Jr High School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2250 S 8th Ave
Yuma, AZ 85364
(928) 502-7200
Yuma, AZ 85364
(928) 502-7200
Gr: 6-8 | 614 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #99.
Harvest Preparatory Academy San Luis Az
Charter School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1044 N. 10th Avenue
Yuma, AZ 85364
(928) 627-5008
Yuma, AZ 85364
(928) 627-5008
Gr: K-8 | 575 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1010.
Gila Vista Jr High School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2245 S Arizona Ave
Yuma, AZ 85364
(928) 502-7100
Yuma, AZ 85364
(928) 502-7100
Gr: 6-8 | 551 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #1111.
Fourth Avenue Junior High School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
450 S 4th Ave
Yuma, AZ 85364
(928) 502-7000
Yuma, AZ 85364
(928) 502-7000
Gr: 6-8 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 85364, AZ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85364, AZ include Gowan Science Academy, Amerischools Academy - Yuma and Pueblo Elementary School.
How many public middle schools are located in 85364?
11 public middle schools are located in 85364.
What is the racial composition of students in 85364?
85364 public middle schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public middle schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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