Best Schools in Fountain Hills, Arizona
3 schools · 1 High · 2 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Fountain Hills by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Az Aspire Academy
Other. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Fountain Hills High School
High · Fountain Hills Unified District (4247). Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Fountain Hills Virtual Academy
Other · Fountain Hills Unified District (4247). Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Fountain Hills for 2026 are Az Aspire Academy (7.4/10), Fountain Hills High School (7.0/10), and Fountain Hills Virtual Academy (4.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 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
3
2 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$576,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
2 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$576,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Fountain Hills
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Az Aspire Academy | 7.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Fountain Hills High School | 7.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Fountain Hills Virtual Academy | 4.3 / 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
- 6.2/10
- Median household income
- $105,288
- Median home value
- $576,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 50%
- Avg commute
- 29 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 83%
67% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Fountain Hills compares
Arizona rank
#52 of 95
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.0
below Arizona avg (6.3)
Median household income
$105k
148% of Arizona median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Fountain Hills, Arizona
Fountain Hills, Arizona is home to 3 schools, including 2 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.2 out of 10, schools in Fountain Hills show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Fountain Hills is Az Aspire Academy with a composite score of 7.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Fountain Hills is served by 1 school district: Fountain Hills Unified District (4247). These districts collectively serve 1,153 students.
Fountain Hills's community shows 50% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $105,288. The poverty rate in the area is 6.5%.
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.
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 404 students · 9th–12th | 7.0 |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 54 students · Kindergarten–12th | 4.3 | ||
| 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 | Az Aspire Academy
Private
286 students · Kindergarten–12th | 7.4 | ||
Schools in Fountain Hills
Fountain Hills, Arizona · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$105,288
Median Home Value
$576,700
Median Rent
$1,781/mo
Population
23,895
College Educated
50%
Homeownership
83%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Community Profile
Fountain Hills has a median household income of $105,288. It is a well-educated community where 50% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $576,700, with a median rent of $1,781/month. The local poverty rate of 6.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Arizona
- High
- 1
- Other
- 2
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Common questions about schools in Fountain Hills, Arizona
How many schools are in Fountain Hills, Arizona?
Fountain Hills has 3 schools, including 2 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Fountain Hills, Arizona?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Fountain Hills is 6.2 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 Fountain Hills, Arizona?
The top-ranked school in Fountain Hills on MySchoolScout is Az Aspire Academy with a composite score of 7.4/10.
What is the best high school in Fountain Hills, Arizona?
The top-ranked high school in Fountain Hills on MySchoolScout is Fountain Hills High School with a composite score of 7.0/10.
How many school districts serve Fountain Hills, Arizona?
Fountain Hills is served by 1 school district: Fountain Hills Unified District (4247).
What is the education level in Fountain Hills, Arizona?
According to Census data, 50% of adults in Fountain Hills have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Fountain Hills, Arizona?
The median household income in Fountain Hills is approximately $105,288 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Fountain Hills, Arizona?
Yes, Fountain Hills has 1 private school alongside 2 public schools. The top-rated private school is Az Aspire Academy with a score of 7.4/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Fountain Hills, Arizona?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Fountain Hills 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 Fountain Hills, 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.