For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 108 students in 86332, AZ.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 86332, AZ are Kirkland Elementary School and Yarnell Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 86332 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Arizona public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 86332, AZ have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public middle school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 86332, AZ Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kirkland Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
14200 W. Kirkland/hillside Rd.
Kirkland, AZ 86332
(928) 442-9488
Kirkland, AZ 86332
(928) 442-9488
Gr: PK-8 | 66 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Yarnell Elementary School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
18912 W Hays Ranch Rd
Kirkland, AZ 86332
(928) 427-3347
Kirkland, AZ 86332
(928) 427-3347
Gr: PK-8 | 42 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 86332, AZ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 86332, AZ include Kirkland Elementary School and Yarnell Elementary School.
How many public middle schools are located in 86332?
2 public middle schools are located in 86332.
What is the racial composition of students in 86332?
86332 public middle schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public middle schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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