Best Schools in Fountain Hls, Arizona
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle
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Fountain Hills Middle School
Middle · Fountain Hills Unified District (4247). Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Mcdowell Mountain Elementary School
Elementary · Fountain Hills Unified District (4247). Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$576,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$576,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Fountain Hls
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fountain Hills Middle School | 7.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Mcdowell Mountain Elementary School | 6.8 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.9/10
- Median household income
- $105,288
- Median home value
- $576,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 50%
- Avg commute
- 29 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 83%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Fountain Hls compares
Median household income
$105k
148% of Arizona median
About Schools in Fountain Hls, Arizona
Fountain Hls, Arizona is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school.
With an average rating of 6.9 out of 10, schools in Fountain Hls 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 Hls is Fountain Hills Middle School with a composite score of 7.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Fountain Hls is served by 1 school district: Fountain Hills Unified District (4247). These districts collectively serve 1,153 students.
Fountain Hls'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.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 418 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.8 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 237 students · 4th–8th | 7.1 |
Schools in Fountain Hls
Fountain Hls, Arizona · 2 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 Hls 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
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Fountain Hls, Arizona
How many schools are in Fountain Hls, Arizona?
Fountain Hls has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Fountain Hls, Arizona?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Fountain Hls is 6.9 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 Hls, Arizona?
The top-ranked school in Fountain Hls on MySchoolScout is Fountain Hills Middle School with a composite score of 7.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Fountain Hls, Arizona?
The top-ranked elementary school in Fountain Hls on MySchoolScout is Mcdowell Mountain Elementary School with a composite score of 6.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Fountain Hls, Arizona?
The top-ranked middle school in Fountain Hls on MySchoolScout is Fountain Hills Middle School with a composite score of 7.1/10.
How many school districts serve Fountain Hls, Arizona?
Fountain Hls is served by 1 school district: Fountain Hills Unified District (4247).
What is the education level in Fountain Hls, Arizona?
According to Census data, 50% of adults in Fountain Hls have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Fountain Hls, Arizona?
The median household income in Fountain Hls is approximately $105,288 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Fountain Hls, Arizona?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Fountain Hls is 12.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Fountain Hls, 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.