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Best Schools in Mcneal, Arizona

2 schools · 2 Elementary

Public: 2
Districts: 2
Avg Rating: 8.2/10
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Quality shifts by neighborhood

Schools just blocks apart can rate very differently — the map shows how ratings change across Mcneal.

Top-rated isn't always best value

The ranking flags schools that score higher than their students' poverty level predicts.

Your address sets your options

2 districts serve Mcneal; attendance zones decide which schools your child can enroll in.

Schools

2

in this city

Avg Score

8.2

out of 10

Median Home

$121,900

home value · ACS

Districts

2

serving the city

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
8.2/10

50% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$47,837

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$121,900

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
22%

Adults 25+

Owner-occupied homes
83%

Of occupied housing units

How Mcneal compares

Median household income

$48k

67% of Arizona median

Mcneal's public schools split across 2 districts

No single ISD owns Mcneal. The public campuses divide among 2 districts.

The largest shares: Double Adobe Elementary District (4179) (1), Mcneal Elementary District (4181) (1).

About Schools in Mcneal, Arizona

Mcneal, Arizona is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools.

With an average rating of 8.2 out of 10, schools in Mcneal perform strongly 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 Mcneal is Double Adobe Elementary School with a composite score of 9.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Mcneal is served by 2 school districts: Double Adobe Elementary District (4179), McNeal Elementary District (4181). These districts collectively serve 78 students.

Mcneal's community shows 22% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $47,837. The poverty rate in the area is 25.2%.

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 ZIP:85617(2)

Elementary Schools

2 schools
#SchoolRating
139 students · Pre-K–8th9.6
239 students · Kindergarten–8th6.8

Schools in Mcneal

Mcneal, Arizona · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$47,837

Median Home Value

$121,900

Median Rent

$567/mo

Population

1,098

College Educated

22%

Homeownership

83%

Poverty Rate

25.2%

Community Profile

Mcneal has a median household income of $47,837. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $121,900, with a median rent of $567/month. The area has a poverty rate of 25.2%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State
Arizona
Elementary
2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Mcneal, Arizona

How many schools are in Mcneal, Arizona?

Mcneal has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Mcneal, Arizona?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Mcneal is 8.2 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

How many school districts serve Mcneal, Arizona?

Mcneal is served by 2 school districts: Double Adobe Elementary District (4179), Mcneal Elementary District (4181).

What is the education level in Mcneal, Arizona?

According to Census data, 22% of adults in Mcneal have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Mcneal, Arizona?

The median household income in Mcneal is approximately $47,837 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Mcneal is 4.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Mcneal, 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.