For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 140 students in Patagonia, AZ.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Patagonia, AZ are Patagonia Montessori School and Patagonia Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Patagonia, AZ public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in Patagonia have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Patagonia, AZ (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Patagonia Montessori School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
500 N 3rd Ave
Patagonia, AZ 85624
(520) 394-9530
Patagonia, AZ 85624
(520) 394-9530
Grades: K-8
| 26 students
Rank: #22.
Patagonia Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
Highway 82
Patagonia, AZ 85624
(520) 394-3000
Patagonia, AZ 85624
(520) 394-3000
Grades: PK-8
| 114 students
Patagonia, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
P.o. Box 254
Patagonia, AZ 85624
(520) 394-3000
Patagonia, AZ 85624
(520) 394-3000
Grades: 6-8
| 45 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Patagonia, AZ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Patagonia, AZ include Patagonia Montessori School and Patagonia Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Patagonia?
2 public elementary schools are located in Patagonia.
What is the racial composition of students in Patagonia?
Patagonia public elementary schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Patagonia are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Patagonia include: Patagonia Elementary School vs. Patagonia Montessori School, Patagonia Montessori School vs. Patagonia Elementary School
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