Best Schools in Coolidge, Arizona
13 schools · 5 Elementary · 1 Middle · 6 High · 1 Other
Choosing a school in Coolidge?
Use this page to compare every school in Coolidge by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Cavit - Central Arizona Valley Institute of Technology
High · Central Arizona Valley Institute of Technology (79385). Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Heartland Ranch Elementary School
Elementary · Coolidge Unified District (4442). Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
West Elementary School
Elementary · Coolidge Unified District (4442). Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Coolidge for 2026 are Cavit - Central Arizona Valley Institute of Technology (7.1/10), Heartland Ranch Elementary School (7.0/10), and West Elementary School (6.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 8 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
13
in this city
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$208,400
home value · ACS
Districts
6
serving the city
Schools
13
in this city
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$208,400
home value · ACS
Districts
6
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +3.0 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Coolidge schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Coolidge
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 rated schools; 13 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cavit - Central Arizona Valley Institute of Technology | 7.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Heartland Ranch Elementary School | 7.0 / 10 |
| 3 | West Elementary School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 4 | Coolidge High School | 5.9 / 10 |
| 5 | Coolidge Jr. High School | 5.3 / 10 |
| 6 | Imagine Prep Coolidge | 5.2 / 10 |
| 7 | Coolidge Alternative Program | 4.2 / 10 |
| 8 | Coolidge Virtual Academy | 3.1 / 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
- 5.7/10
- Median household income
- $57,205
- Median home value
- $208,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 12%
- Avg commute
- 26 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 68%
22% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Coolidge compares
Arizona rank
#75 of 97
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.7
below Arizona avg (6.3)
Median household income
$57k
80% of Arizona median
Schools in this city
9
Coolidge's public schools split across 6 districts
No single ISD owns Coolidge. The public campuses divide among 6 districts.
The largest shares: Coolidge Unified District (4442) (6), Central Arizona Valley Institute of Technology (79385) (3), Akimel O Otham Pee Posh Charter School Inc. (5978) (1).
Among 8 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 3.1 to 7.1 — the spread is inside Coolidge, not a citywide average.
- Coolidge Unified District (4442)6 public · 46%
- Central Arizona Valley Institute of Technology (79385)3 public · 23%
- Akimel O Otham Pee Posh Charter School Inc. (5978)1 public · 8%
- Akimel O'otham Pee Posh Charter School Inc. (78966)1 public · 8%
- Blackwater Community School1 public · 8%
About Schools in Coolidge, Arizona
Coolidge, Arizona is home to 13 schools, including 13 public schools. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 6 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.7 out of 10, schools in Coolidge 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 Coolidge is Cavit - Central Arizona Valley Institute of Technology with a composite score of 7.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Coolidge is served by 6 school districts. These districts collectively serve 3,569 students.
Coolidge's community shows 12% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $57,205. The poverty rate in the area is 23.3%.
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
5 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 549 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.0 |
| 2 | 590 students · Pre-K–6th | 6.7 |
| 3 | 274 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.4 |
| 4 | 28 students · Kindergarten–2nd | — |
| 5 | 7 students · 3rd–5th | — |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 623 students · 6th–8th | 5.3 |
High Schools
6 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 37 students · 9th–12th | 7.1 |
| 2 | 684 students · 9th–12th | 5.9 |
| 3 | 430 students · 6th–12th | 5.2 |
| 4 | 176 students · 6th–12th | 4.2 |
| 5 | 11 students · 9th–12th | — |
| 6 | 2 students · 9th–12th | — |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 156 students · Kindergarten–12th | 3.1 |
Schools in Coolidge
Coolidge, Arizona · 13 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$57,205
Median Home Value
$208,400
Median Rent
$1,132/mo
Population
18,582
College Educated
12%
Homeownership
68%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
23.3%
Community Profile
Coolidge has a median household income of $57,205. It is a community where 12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $208,400, with a median rent of $1,132/month. The area has a poverty rate of 23.3%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Arizona
- Elementary
- 5
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 6
- Other
- 1
Resources
School Districts (6)
Central Arizona Valley Institute of Technology (79385)
10 schools · 52 students
Akimel O Otham Pee Posh Charter School Inc. (5978)
1 school · 28 students
Akimel O'Otham Pee Posh Charter School Inc. (78966)
1 school · 7 students
Imagine Prep Coolidge Inc. (90034)
1 school · 430 students
Coolidge Unified District (4442)
6 schools · 2,778 students
Blackwater Community School
1 school · 274 students
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How we rate schools
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See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Coolidge, Arizona
How many schools are in Coolidge, Arizona?
Coolidge has 13 schools, including 13 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Coolidge, Arizona?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Coolidge is 5.7 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 Coolidge, Arizona?
The top-ranked school in Coolidge on MySchoolScout is Cavit - Central Arizona Valley Institute of Technology with a composite score of 7.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Coolidge, Arizona?
The top-ranked elementary school in Coolidge on MySchoolScout is Heartland Ranch Elementary School with a composite score of 7.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Coolidge, Arizona?
The top-ranked middle school in Coolidge on MySchoolScout is Coolidge Jr. High School with a composite score of 5.3/10.
What is the best high school in Coolidge, Arizona?
The top-ranked high school in Coolidge on MySchoolScout is Cavit - Central Arizona Valley Institute of Technology with a composite score of 7.1/10.
How many school districts serve Coolidge, Arizona?
Coolidge is served by 6 school districts: Central Arizona Valley Institute of Technology (79385), Akimel O Otham Pee Posh Charter School Inc. (5978), Akimel O'otham Pee Posh Charter School Inc. (78966), Imagine Prep Coolidge Inc. (90034), Coolidge Unified District (4442), Blackwater Community School.
What is the education level in Coolidge, Arizona?
According to Census data, 12% of adults in Coolidge have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Coolidge, Arizona?
The median household income in Coolidge is approximately $57,205 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Coolidge, Arizona?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Coolidge is 20.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Coolidge, 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.