Best Schools in Buckeye, Arizona
29 schools · 20 Elementary · 9 High
Choosing a school in Buckeye?
Use this page to compare every school in Buckeye 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.
Westpark Elementary School
Elementary · Buckeye Elementary District (4269). Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Tartesso Elementary School
Elementary · Saddle Mountain Unified School District (4254). Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Steven R. Jasinski Elementary School
Elementary · Buckeye Elementary District (4269). Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Buckeye for 2026 are Westpark Elementary School (8.6/10), Tartesso Elementary School (7.3/10), and Steven R. Jasinski Elementary School (7.2/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 25 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
29
28 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$396,700
home value · ACS
Districts
10
serving the city
Schools
29
28 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$396,700
home value · ACS
Districts
10
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +10.0 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Buckeye schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Buckeye
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (Top 10 of 25 rated schools; 29 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Westpark Elementary School | 8.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Tartesso Elementary School | 7.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Steven R. Jasinski Elementary School | 7.2 / 10 |
| 4 | The Odyssey Preparatory Academy Goodyear | 6.9 / 10 |
| 5 | The Odyssey Preparatory Academy - Sienna Hills | 6.9 / 10 |
| 6 | Blue Horizons Elementary School | 6.9 / 10 |
| 7 | Freedom Elementary School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 8 | Odyssey Institute for Advanced and International Studies | 6.7 / 10 |
| 9 | Verrado High School | 6.5 / 10 |
| 10 | The Odyssey Preparatory Academy | 6.5 / 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
- 5.8/10
- Median household income
- $102,855
- Median home value
- $396,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 25%
- Avg commute
- 34 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 87%
12% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Buckeye compares
Arizona rank
#71 of 97
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.6
below Arizona avg (6.3)
Median household income
$103k
145% of Arizona median
Schools in this city
26
10 districts draw attendance lines through Buckeye
Buckeye is not one school system. 10 districts cut across the city limits, and the largest still holds only 29% of the public campuses.
Buckeye Elementary District (4269) is the largest slice at 8 of 28 public schools — not a majority. Choosing a Buckeye address is choosing a district first.
Among 25 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 3.1 to 8.6 — the spread is inside Buckeye, not a citywide average.
6 of the 28 public schools are charters (21%), so the district split is not the whole market.
- Buckeye Elementary District (4269)8 public · 29%
- Liberty Elementary District (4266)4 public · 14%
- The Odyssey Preparatory Academy Inc. (90287)4 public · 14%
- Buckeye Union High School District (4284)3 public · 11%
- West-Mec - Western Maricopa Education Center (80923)3 public · 11%
About Schools in Buckeye, Arizona
Buckeye's public school system spans 25 ranked schools with an average score of 5.4 out of 10 — a middling baseline that masks a real performance split. Only 3 schools, or 12% of the ranked total, clear the 7-point threshold. That concentration matters: parents who target those top schools will find meaningfully stronger options than the city average suggests, while parents in other attendance zones may face a more variable picture.
Elementary is where Buckeye's strongest performers cluster. Westpark Elementary School and Marionneaux Elementary School both score 7.6, tying for the top spot in the city. Steven R. Jasinski Elementary School follows at 7.2. All three sit above the city average by more than two full points. Families with young children have the clearest path to a high-performing school — if they can get into one of these attendance zones.
The high school options narrow considerably. Odyssey Institute for Advanced and International Studies leads the secondary tier at 6.7, followed by Verrado High School at 6.6. Both fall below the 7-point mark, which is a meaningful drop from the elementary ceiling. Odyssey's advanced and international studies focus makes it the more specialized choice for academically motivated students.
For parents researching Buckeye, the practical takeaway is straightforward. Map your home address against the elementary school zones first — Westpark and Marionneaux offer the highest-rated entry points in the city. If you have flexibility in where you live, those zones are worth anchoring around. For middle and high school years, expect scores in the 5–7 range across most options; Odyssey Institute is the strongest secondary bet but may require application or enrollment steps beyond a standard attendance boundary. With only 3 of 25 schools exceeding a 7, Buckeye rewards deliberate school selection over assuming neighborhood assignment will land a strong fit.
Elementary Schools
20 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 571 students · Pre-K–8th | 8.6 |
| 2 | 376 students · Kindergarten–8th | 7.3 |
| 3 | 856 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.2 |
| 4 | 554 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.9 |
| 5 | 452 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.9 |
| 6 | 940 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.9 |
| 7 | 576 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.8 |
| 8 | 578 students · Kindergarten–8th | 6.5 |
| 9 | 622 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.4 |
| 10 | 672 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.4 |
Show all 20 elementary schools in Buckeye
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
High Schools
9 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,626 students · 6th–12th | 6.7 |
| 2 | 1,948 students · 9th–12th | 6.5 |
| 3 | 2,100 students · 9th–12th | 5.0 |
| 4 | 1,824 students · 9th–12th | 4.7 |
| 5 | 135 students · 9th–12th | 4.1 |
| 6 | 118 students · 9th–12th | 3.8 |
| 7 | 10 students · 9th–12th | — |
| 8 | 2 students · 9th–12th | — |
| 9 | 20 students · 9th–12th | — |
Schools in Buckeye
Buckeye, Arizona · 29 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$102,855
Median Home Value
$396,700
Median Rent
$1,841/mo
Population
112,401
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
87%
Avg Commute
34 min
Poverty Rate
6.7%
Community Profile
Buckeye has a median household income of $102,855. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $396,700, with a median rent of $1,841/month. The local poverty rate of 6.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 34 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Arizona
- Elementary
- 20
- High
- 9
Resources
School Districts (10)
Kaizen Education Foundation dba Skyview High Schoo (79880)
1 school · 135 students
West Gilbert Charter Elementary School Inc. (79497)
1 school · 378 students
West-MEC - Western Maricopa Education Center (80923)
59 schools · 423 students
Agua Fria Union High School District (4289)
6 schools · 9,855 students
The Odyssey Preparatory Academy Inc. (90287)
4 schools · 3,210 students
Buckeye Elementary District (4269)
8 schools · 5,810 students
Buckeye Union High School District (4284)
5 schools · 5,503 students
Liberty Elementary District (4266)
7 schools · 4,444 students
Saddle Mountain Unified School District (4254)
6 schools · 3,245 students
Wickenburg Unified District (4236)
5 schools · 1,250 students
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Buckeye, Arizona
How many schools are in Buckeye, Arizona?
Buckeye has 29 schools, including 28 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Buckeye, Arizona?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Buckeye is 5.8 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 Buckeye, Arizona?
The top-ranked school in Buckeye on MySchoolScout is Westpark Elementary School with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Buckeye, Arizona?
The top-ranked elementary school in Buckeye on MySchoolScout is Westpark Elementary School with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best high school in Buckeye, Arizona?
The top-ranked high school in Buckeye on MySchoolScout is Odyssey Institute for Advanced and International Studies with a composite score of 6.7/10.
How many school districts serve Buckeye, Arizona?
Buckeye is served by 10 school districts: Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Skyview High Schoo (79880), West Gilbert Charter Elementary School Inc. (79497), West-Mec - Western Maricopa Education Center (80923), Agua Fria Union High School District (4289), The Odyssey Preparatory Academy Inc. (90287), Buckeye Elementary District (4269), Buckeye Union High School District (4284), Liberty Elementary District (4266), Saddle Mountain Unified School District (4254), Wickenburg Unified District (4236).
What is the education level in Buckeye, Arizona?
According to Census data, 25% of adults in Buckeye have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Buckeye, Arizona?
The median household income in Buckeye is approximately $102,855 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Buckeye, Arizona?
Yes, Buckeye has 1 private school alongside 28 public schools. The top-rated private school is Grace Fellowship Academy with a score of 5.7/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Buckeye, Arizona?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Buckeye is 20.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Buckeye, 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.