5.6 avg / 10

Best Schools in Douglas, Arizona

15 schools · 8 Elementary · 3 Middle · 2 High · 2 Other

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 14

Private: 1

Districts: 4

Avg Rating: 5.6/10

Estimated Scores: 8%

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 5.6/10
Median household income: $40,576
Median home value: $134,000
Bachelor's degree or higher: 8%
Owner-occupied homes: 64%

How Douglas compares

Arizona rank

#82 of 95

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.6

below Arizona avg (6.3)

Median household income

$41k

57% of Arizona median

Schools in this city

13

About Schools in Douglas, Arizona

Douglas, Arizona is home to 15 schools, including 14 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 8 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 2 high schools.

With an average rating of 5.6 out of 10, schools in Douglas show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Douglas is Paul H Huber JR High School with a composite score of 7.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Douglas is served by 4 school districts. These districts collectively serve 5,051 students.

Douglas's community shows 8% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $40,576. The poverty rate in the area is 41.6%.

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.

Filter by Level: All Levels (15) Elementary (8) Middle (3) High (2)

Filter by Type: All Types (15) Public (14) Private (1)

Filter by Rating: All Ratings (15) Academics (15) Growth (12) Resources (12)

Filter by ZIP: 85607 (13) 85608 (2)

Elementary Schools

8 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Joe Carlson Elementary School 428 students · Pre-K–6th	428	Pre-K–6th	6.9
2	Clawson School 328 students · Pre-K–5th	328	Pre-K–5th	5.8
3	Sarah Marley School 322 students · Pre-K–5th	322	Pre-K–5th	5.7
4	Center for Academic Success #3 - Douglas K-4 252 students · Kindergarten–4th	252	Kindergarten–4th	4.5
5	Stevenson Elementary School 394 students · Pre-K–5th	394	Pre-K–5th	4.1
6	Faras Elementary School 133 students · Kindergarten–5th	133	Kindergarten–5th	3.8
7	Apache Elementary School 12 students · Kindergarten–8th	12	Kindergarten–8th	—
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	LORETTO CATHOLIC SCHOOL Private 204 students · Kindergarten–8th	204	Kindergarten–8th	Not Rated

Middle Schools

3 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Paul H Huber Jr High School 399 students · 6th–8th	399	6th–8th	7.2
2	Center for Academic Success #4 - Douglas 5-8 208 students · 5th–8th	208	5th–8th	6.8
3	Ray Borane Middle School 372 students · 6th–8th	372	6th–8th	6.7

High Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Douglas High School 1,338 students · 9th–12th	1,338	9th–12th	6.5
2	Center for Academic Success #2 - Douglas 9-12 166 students · 7th–12th	166	7th–12th	6.0

Other Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Omega Alpha Academy School 179 students · Kindergarten–12th	179	Kindergarten–12th	5.4
2	Early Learning Center 11 students · Pre-K–Pre-K	11	Pre-K–Pre-K	—

Schools in Douglas

Douglas, Arizona · 15 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes

Median Income

$40,576

Median Home Value

$134,000

Median Rent

$750/mo

Population

19,953

College Educated

8%

Homeownership

64%

Poverty Rate

41.6%

Community Profile

Douglas has a median household income of $40,576. It is a community where 8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $134,000, with a median rent of $750/month. The area has a poverty rate of 41.6%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Arizona
Total Schools: 15
Elementary: 8
Middle: 3
High: 2
Districts: 4
Avg Rating: 5.6/10

Resources

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School Districts (4)

Center for Academic Success Inc. (4191)

5 schools · 1,135 students

Omega Alpha Academy (79503)

1 school · 179 students

Apache Elementary District (4178)

1 school · 12 students

Douglas Unified District (4174)

9 schools · 3,725 students

Nearby Cities

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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 methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Douglas, Arizona

How many schools are in Douglas, Arizona?

Douglas has 15 schools, including 14 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Douglas, Arizona?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Douglas is 5.6 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Douglas, Arizona?

The top-ranked school in Douglas on MySchoolScout is Paul H Huber JR High School with a composite score of 7.2/10.

What is the best elementary school in Douglas, Arizona?

The top-ranked elementary school in Douglas on MySchoolScout is Joe Carlson Elementary School with a composite score of 6.9/10.

What is the best middle school in Douglas, Arizona?

The top-ranked middle school in Douglas on MySchoolScout is Paul H Huber JR High School with a composite score of 7.2/10.

What is the best high school in Douglas, Arizona?

The top-ranked high school in Douglas on MySchoolScout is Douglas High School with a composite score of 6.5/10.

How many school districts serve Douglas, Arizona?

Douglas is served by 4 school districts: Center for Academic Success Inc. (4191), Omega Alpha Academy (79503), Apache Elementary District (4178), Douglas Unified District (4174).

What is the education level in Douglas, Arizona?

According to Census data, 8% of adults in Douglas have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Douglas, Arizona?

The median household income in Douglas is approximately $40,576 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Douglas, Arizona?

Yes, Douglas has 1 private school alongside 14 public schools. The top-rated private school is Loretto Catholic School with a score of 4.0/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Douglas, Arizona?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Douglas is 21.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Douglas, 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.