Best Schools in Pinon, Arizona
6 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Pinon by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Pinon Accelerated Middle School
Middle · Pinon Unified District (4390). Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Pinon High School
High · Pinon Unified District (4390). Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Pinon Elementary School
Elementary · Pinon Unified District (4390). Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Pinon for 2026 are Pinon Accelerated Middle School (7.4/10), Pinon High School (7.0/10), and Pinon Elementary School (6.5/10), 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
6
in this city
Avg Score
7.3
out of 10
Median Home
$103,800
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Schools
6
in this city
Avg Score
7.3
out of 10
Median Home
$103,800
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Pinon
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 6). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pinon Accelerated Middle School | 7.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Pinon High School | 7.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Pinon Elementary School | 6.5 / 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
- 7.3/10
- Median household income
- $27,051
- Median home value
- $103,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 9%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 79%
67% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Pinon compares
Arizona rank
#18 of 95
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.0
above Arizona avg (6.3)
Median household income
$27k
38% of Arizona median
Schools in this city
6
About Schools in Pinon, Arizona
Pinon, Arizona is home to 6 schools, including 6 public schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.3 out of 10, schools in Pinon 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 Pinon is Black Mesa Community School with a composite score of 8.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Pinon is served by 4 school districts. These districts collectively serve 1,220 students.
Pinon's community shows 9% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $27,051. The poverty rate in the area is 46.1%.
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
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 55 students · Kindergarten–8th | 8.2 |
| 2 | 45 students · Kindergarten–Kindergarten | 8.1 |
| 3 | 434 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.5 |
| 4 | 81 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.5 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 265 students · 6th–8th | 7.4 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 340 students · 9th–12th | 7.0 |
Schools in Pinon
Pinon, Arizona · 6 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$27,051
Median Home Value
$103,800
Median Rent
$660/mo
Population
3,843
College Educated
9%
Homeownership
79%
Poverty Rate
46.1%
Community Profile
Pinon has a median household income of $27,051. It is a community where 9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $103,800, with a median rent of $660/month. The area has a poverty rate of 46.1%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Arizona
- Elementary
- 4
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Pinon, Arizona
How many schools are in Pinon, Arizona?
Pinon has 6 schools, including 6 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Pinon, Arizona?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Pinon is 7.3 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 Pinon, Arizona?
The top-ranked school in Pinon on MySchoolScout is Pinon Accelerated Middle School with a composite score of 7.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Pinon, Arizona?
The top-ranked elementary school in Pinon on MySchoolScout is Pinon Elementary School with a composite score of 6.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Pinon, Arizona?
The top-ranked middle school in Pinon on MySchoolScout is Pinon Accelerated Middle School with a composite score of 7.4/10.
What is the best high school in Pinon, Arizona?
The top-ranked high school in Pinon on MySchoolScout is Pinon High School with a composite score of 7.0/10.
How many school districts serve Pinon, Arizona?
Pinon is served by 4 school districts: Pinon Unified District (4390), Jeehdeez'a Elementary School, Pinon Community School, Black Mesa Community School.
What is the education level in Pinon, Arizona?
According to Census data, 9% of adults in Pinon have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Pinon, Arizona?
The median household income in Pinon is approximately $27,051 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Pinon, Arizona?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Pinon 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 Pinon, 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.