Best Schools in Heber, Arizona
3 schools · 2 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Heber by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Mogollon JR High School
Middle · Heber-Overgaard Unified District (4392). Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Mogollon High School
High · Heber-Overgaard Unified District (4392). Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Capps Elementary School
Middle · Heber-Overgaard Unified District (4392). Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Heber for 2026 are Mogollon JR High School (8.6/10), Mogollon High School (5.8/10), and Capps Elementary School (4.8/10), 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
in this city
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$384,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$384,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +2.5 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Heber schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Heber
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 rated schools; 3 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mogollon JR High School | 8.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Mogollon High School | 5.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Capps Elementary School | 4.8 / 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
- 6.4/10
- Median household income
- $54,545
- Median home value
- $384,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 14%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 59%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Heber compares
Arizona rank
#45 of 97
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.1
above Arizona avg (6.3)
Median household income
$55k
77% of Arizona median
Schools in this city
3
Heber-Overgaard Unified District (4392) runs Heber's public schools
3 public schools. Heber-Overgaard Unified District (4392) is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Heber is a Heber-Overgaard Unified District (4392) school (3 of 3).
Among 3 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 4.8 to 8.6 — the spread is inside Heber, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Heber, Arizona
Heber, Arizona is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 2 middle schools, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.4 out of 10, schools in Heber 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 Heber is Mogollon JR High School with a composite score of 8.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Heber is served by 1 school district: Heber-Overgaard Unified District (4392). These districts collectively serve 514 students.
Heber's community shows 14% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $54,545. The poverty rate in the area is 16.0%.
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.
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 91 students · 7th–8th | 8.6 |
| 2 | 108 students · 4th–6th | 4.8 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 159 students · 8th–12th | 5.8 |
Schools in Heber
Heber, Arizona · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$54,545
Median Home Value
$384,000
Median Rent
$1,239/mo
Population
376
College Educated
14%
Homeownership
59%
Poverty Rate
16.0%
Community Profile
Heber has a median household income of $54,545. It is a community where 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $384,000, with a median rent of $1,239/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.0%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Arizona
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Heber, Arizona
How many schools are in Heber, Arizona?
Heber has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Heber, Arizona?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Heber is 6.4 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 Heber, Arizona?
The top-ranked school in Heber on MySchoolScout is Mogollon JR High School with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best middle school in Heber, Arizona?
The top-ranked middle school in Heber on MySchoolScout is Mogollon JR High School with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best high school in Heber, Arizona?
The top-ranked high school in Heber on MySchoolScout is Mogollon High School with a composite score of 5.8/10.
How many school districts serve Heber, Arizona?
Heber is served by 1 school district: Heber-Overgaard Unified District (4392).
What is the education level in Heber, Arizona?
According to Census data, 14% of adults in Heber have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Heber, Arizona?
The median household income in Heber is approximately $54,545 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Heber, 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.