Best Schools in Oro Valley, Arizona
10 schools · 7 Elementary · 3 High
Choosing a school in Oro Valley?
Use this page to compare every school in Oro Valley by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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The Innovation Academy
Elementary · Amphitheater Unified District (4406). Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Painted Sky Elementary School
Elementary · Amphitheater Unified District (4406). Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Basis Oro Valley
High · Basis Charter Schools Inc. (90508). Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Oro Valley for 2026 are The Innovation Academy (9.7/10), Painted Sky Elementary School (9.0/10), and Basis Oro Valley (8.9/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 9 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
10
7 public · 3 private
Avg Score
8.1
out of 10
Median Home
$403,575
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
10
7 public · 3 private
Avg Score
8.1
out of 10
Median Home
$403,575
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Oro Valley
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (9 of 10). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Innovation Academy | 9.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Painted Sky Elementary School | 9.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Basis Oro Valley | 8.9 / 10 |
| 4 | Basis Oro Valley Primary | 8.8 / 10 |
| 5 | Canyon Del Oro High School | 7.8 / 10 |
| 6 | Richard B Wilson JR School | 7.8 / 10 |
| 7 | Immaculate Heart Academy | 7.8 / 10 |
| 8 | Ironwood Ridge High School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 9 | Casas Christian School | 6.3 / 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
- 8.1/10
- Median household income
- $97,411
- Median home value
- $403,575
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 52%
- Avg commute
- 26 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 76%
78% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Oro Valley compares
Arizona rank
#4 of 95
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.8
above Arizona avg (6.3)
Median household income
$97k
137% of Arizona median
Schools in this city
9
About Schools in Oro Valley, Arizona
Oro Valley, Arizona runs 7 ranked public schools and posts a city-wide average score of 8.3 out of 10. That average carries real weight here because all 7 schools clear the 7-out-of-10 mark — meaning no weak spots skew the number up artificially. Families comparing districts will find consistent performance across the board, not a polarized mix of standouts and underperformers.
The top performer is The Innovation Academy, an elementary school scoring 9.3 — a full point above the city average and the highest mark in Oro Valley. Richard B. Wilson Jr. School rounds out the elementary tier at 8.1, giving families with younger children two reliably strong options before the high school years.
The high school landscape is equally competitive. Ironwood Ridge High School leads at 8.6, followed by BASIS Oro Valley at 8.5 and Canyon Del Oro High School at 8.1. Three high schools all clearing 8.0 in a single city is uncommon and gives Oro Valley a meaningful edge over most suburban markets. Parents making high school decisions here are choosing between genuinely strong performers, not settling for the least-bad option.
The practical takeaway for families researching the area: Oro Valley's public schools perform at a level most comparable cities don't match. Every school scores 7 or above, three high schools exceed 8.0, and the city's top elementary — The Innovation Academy — lands at 9.3. The main decision isn't about avoiding weak schools; it's about matching the right campus to your child. All three high schools sit within half a point of each other, making fit and proximity reasonable tiebreakers. Elementary families have a clear benchmark at The Innovation Academy, with Wilson Jr. School as a strong alternative.
Elementary Schools
7 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 425 students · Pre-K–5th | 9.7 | ||
| 2 | 431 students · Pre-K–5th | 9.0 | ||
| 3 | 649 students · Kindergarten–6th | 8.8 | ||
| 4 | 788 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.8 | ||
| Private Schools 3 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Immaculate Heart Academy
Private
145 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.8 | ||
| 2 | Casas Christian School
Private
377 students · Kindergarten–8th | 6.3 | ||
| 3 | 10 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | — | ||
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 570 students · 5th–12th | 8.9 |
| 2 | 1,737 students · 9th–12th | 7.8 |
| 3 | 1,562 students · 9th–12th | 6.7 |
Schools in Oro Valley
Oro Valley, Arizona · 10 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 4 ZIP codes
Median Income
$97,411
Median Home Value
$403,575
Median Rent
$1,667/mo
Population
105,988
College Educated
52%
Homeownership
76%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
6.0%
Community Profile
Oro Valley has a median household income of $97,411. It is a well-educated community where 52% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $403,575, with a median rent of $1,667/month. The local poverty rate of 6.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Arizona
- Elementary
- 7
- High
- 3
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Common questions about schools in Oro Valley, Arizona
How many schools are in Oro Valley, Arizona?
Oro Valley has 10 schools, including 7 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Oro Valley, Arizona?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Oro Valley is 8.1 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 Oro Valley, Arizona?
The top-ranked school in Oro Valley on MySchoolScout is The Innovation Academy with a composite score of 9.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Oro Valley, Arizona?
The top-ranked elementary school in Oro Valley on MySchoolScout is The Innovation Academy with a composite score of 9.7/10.
What is the best high school in Oro Valley, Arizona?
The top-ranked high school in Oro Valley on MySchoolScout is Basis Oro Valley with a composite score of 8.9/10.
How many school districts serve Oro Valley, Arizona?
Oro Valley is served by 3 school districts: Amphitheater Unified District (4406), Basis Charter Schools Inc. (90508), Basis Charter Schools Inc. (92318).
What is the education level in Oro Valley, Arizona?
According to Census data, 52% of adults in Oro Valley have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Oro Valley, Arizona?
The median household income in Oro Valley is approximately $97,411 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Oro Valley, Arizona?
Yes, Oro Valley has 3 private schools alongside 7 public schools. The top-rated private school is Immaculate Heart Academy with a score of 7.8/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Oro Valley, Arizona?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Oro Valley is 15.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Oro Valley, 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.