For the 2025 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 55% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 34%), 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 34% 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 (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Thatcher Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1350 4th Avenue
Thatcher, AZ 85552
(928) 348-7250
Thatcher, AZ 85552
(928) 348-7250
Grades: 3-6
| 537 students
Rank: n/an/a
3615 Second St.
Thatcher, AZ 85552
(928) 348-7240
Thatcher, AZ 85552
(928) 348-7240
Grades: PK-2
| 430 students
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 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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