Best Schools in Bisbee, Arizona
7 schools · 2 Elementary · 2 Middle · 2 High · 1 Other
Choosing a school in Bisbee?
Use this page to compare every school in Bisbee by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Lowell School
Middle · Bisbee Unified District (4169). Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Bisbee High School
High · Bisbee Unified District (4169). Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Greenway Primary School
Elementary · Bisbee Unified District (4169). Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Bisbee for 2026 are Lowell School (8.0/10), Bisbee High School (5.8/10), and Greenway Primary School (4.2/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
7
5 public · 2 private
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$204,900
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
7
5 public · 2 private
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$204,900
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +10.5 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Bisbee schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Bisbee
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 rated schools; 7 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lowell School | 8.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Bisbee High School | 5.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Greenway Primary School | 4.2 / 10 |
| 4 | New Crossroads Academy | 3.3 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.3/10
- Median household income
- $46,509
- Median home value
- $204,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 31%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 72%
25% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Bisbee compares
Arizona rank
#88 of 97
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.0
below Arizona avg (6.3)
Median household income
$47k
65% of Arizona median
Schools in this city
4
Bisbee Unified District (4169) runs 80% of Bisbee's public schools
Bisbee touches 2 districts, but Bisbee Unified District (4169) is the one most addresses actually attend.
Bisbee Unified District (4169) accounts for 4 of 5 public schools (80%). The other 1 district holds the remaining 1.
Among 4 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 3.3 to 8.0 — the spread is inside Bisbee, not a citywide average.
- Bisbee Unified District (4169)4 public · 80%
- Cochise County Accommodation School District (1001687)1 public · 20%
About Schools in Bisbee, Arizona
Bisbee, Arizona is home to 7 schools, including 5 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.3 out of 10, schools in Bisbee show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Bisbee is Lowell School with a composite score of 8.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Bisbee is served by 2 school districts: Bisbee Unified District (4169), Cochise County Accommodation School District (1001687). These districts collectively serve 943 students.
Bisbee's community shows 31% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $46,509. The poverty rate in the area is 22.8%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 226 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.2 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 26 students · Pre-K–5th | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 116 students · 5th–8th | 8.0 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Cochise Sda Christian SchoolPrivate 11 students · 1st–7th | Not Rated | ||
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 324 students · 9th–12th | 5.8 |
| 2 | 268 students · 10th–12th | 3.3 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 9 students · Kindergarten–12th | — |
Schools in Bisbee
Bisbee, Arizona · 7 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$46,509
Median Home Value
$204,900
Median Rent
$835/mo
Population
6,798
College Educated
31%
Homeownership
72%
Poverty Rate
22.8%
Community Profile
Bisbee has a median household income of $46,509. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $204,900, with a median rent of $835/month. The area has a poverty rate of 22.8%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Arizona
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 2
- Other
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Bisbee, Arizona
How many schools are in Bisbee, Arizona?
Bisbee has 7 schools, including 5 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Bisbee, Arizona?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Bisbee is 5.3 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Bisbee, Arizona?
The top-ranked school in Bisbee on MySchoolScout is Lowell School with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Bisbee, Arizona?
The top-ranked elementary school in Bisbee on MySchoolScout is Greenway Primary School with a composite score of 4.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Bisbee, Arizona?
The top-ranked middle school in Bisbee on MySchoolScout is Lowell School with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best high school in Bisbee, Arizona?
The top-ranked high school in Bisbee on MySchoolScout is Bisbee High School with a composite score of 5.8/10.
How many school districts serve Bisbee, Arizona?
Bisbee is served by 2 school districts: Bisbee Unified District (4169), Cochise County Accommodation School District (1001687).
What is the education level in Bisbee, Arizona?
According to Census data, 31% of adults in Bisbee have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Bisbee, Arizona?
The median household income in Bisbee is approximately $46,509 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Bisbee, Arizona?
Yes, Bisbee has 2 private schools alongside 5 public schools.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Bisbee, Arizona?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Bisbee is 11.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Bisbee, Arizona?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Arizona Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.