Best Schools in Buckeye, Arizona
29 schools · 20 Elementary · 9 High
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.5/10
- 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
#86 of 95
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.8
below Arizona avg (6.3)
Median household income
$103k
145% of Arizona median
Schools in this city
26
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 | 7.6 | ||
| 2 | 695 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.6 | ||
| 3 | 856 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.2 | ||
| 4 | 1,062 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.6 | ||
| 5 | 605 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.5 | ||
| 6 | 657 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.3 | ||
| 7 | 452 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.9 | ||
| 8 | 314 students · Pre-K–8th | 5.6 | ||
| 9 | 576 students · Pre-K–8th | 5.5 | ||
| 10 | 622 students · Pre-K–8th | 5.2 | ||
| 11 | 742 students · Pre-K–8th | 5.2 | ||
| 12 | 940 students · Pre-K–8th | 5.0 | ||
| 13 | 554 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.6 | ||
| 14 | 672 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.6 | ||
| 15 | 579 students · Pre-K–8th | 4.5 | ||
| 16 | 376 students · Kindergarten–8th | 4.5 | ||
| 17 | 378 students · Kindergarten–8th | 4.4 | ||
| 18 | 578 students · Kindergarten–8th | 4.1 | ||
| 19 | 415 students · Pre-K–8th | 4.1 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | GRACE FELLOWSHIP ACADEMY
Private
103 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
High Schools
9 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,948 students · 9th–12th | 6.8 |
| 2 | 1,626 students · 6th–12th | 6.4 |
| 3 | 135 students · 9th–12th | 5.6 |
| 4 | 1,824 students · 9th–12th | 4.5 |
| 5 | 118 students · 9th–12th | 4.5 |
| 6 | 2,100 students · 9th–12th | 3.7 |
| 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.
Quick Facts
- State
- Arizona
- Total Schools
- 29
- Elementary
- 20
- High
- 9
- Districts
- 10
- Avg Rating
- 5.5/10
Resources
School Districts (10)
West Gilbert Charter Elementary School Inc. (79497)
1 school · 378 students
Kaizen Education Foundation dba Skyview High Schoo (79880)
1 school · 135 students
Agua Fria Union High School District (4289)
6 schools · 9,855 students
West-MEC - Western Maricopa Education Center (80923)
59 schools · 423 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
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
Read our full methodologyFrequently Asked Questions
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 5.5 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.
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 7.6/10.
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 7.6/10.
What is the best high school in Buckeye, Arizona?
The top-ranked high school in Buckeye on MySchoolScout is Verrado High School with a composite score of 6.8/10.
How many school districts serve Buckeye, Arizona?
Buckeye is served by 10 school districts: West Gilbert Charter Elementary School Inc. (79497), Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Skyview High Schoo (79880), Agua Fria Union High School District (4289), West-mec - Western Maricopa Education Center (80923), 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 5.8/10.
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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.
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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.