Best Schools in Kirkland, Arizona
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Kirkland Elementary School
Elementary · Kirkland Elementary District (4480). Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.0
out of 10
Median Home
$189,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.0
out of 10
Median Home
$189,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Kirkland
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kirkland Elementary School | 7.0 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.0/10
- Median household income
- $46,420
- Median home value
- $189,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 15%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 88%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Kirkland compares
Median household income
$46k
65% of Arizona median
About Schools in Kirkland, Arizona
Kirkland, Arizona is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 7.0 out of 10, schools in Kirkland perform strongly 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 Kirkland is Kirkland Elementary School with a composite score of 7.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Kirkland is served by 1 school district: Kirkland Elementary District (4480). These districts collectively serve 70 students.
Kirkland's community shows 15% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $46,420. The poverty rate in the area is 20.1%.
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 | 70 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.0 |
Schools in Kirkland
Kirkland, Arizona · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$46,420
Median Home Value
$189,900
Median Rent
$647/mo
Population
2,193
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
88%
Poverty Rate
20.1%
Community Profile
Kirkland has a median household income of $46,420. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $189,900, with a median rent of $647/month. The area has a poverty rate of 20.1%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- State
- Arizona
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Kirkland, Arizona
How many schools are in Kirkland, Arizona?
Kirkland has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Kirkland, Arizona?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Kirkland is 7.0 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 Kirkland, Arizona?
The top-ranked school in Kirkland on MySchoolScout is Kirkland Elementary School with a composite score of 7.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Kirkland, Arizona?
The top-ranked elementary school in Kirkland on MySchoolScout is Kirkland Elementary School with a composite score of 7.0/10.
How many school districts serve Kirkland, Arizona?
Kirkland is served by 1 school district: Kirkland Elementary District (4480).
What is the education level in Kirkland, Arizona?
According to Census data, 15% of adults in Kirkland have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Kirkland, Arizona?
The median household income in Kirkland is approximately $46,420 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Kirkland, Arizona?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Kirkland is 4.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Kirkland, 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.