Best Schools in Sahuarita, Arizona
11 schools · 7 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Sahuarita by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Sahuarita Intermediate School
Elementary · Sahuarita Unified District (4411). Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Wrightson Ridge K-8 School
Elementary · Sahuarita Unified District (4411). Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Anza Trail
Elementary · Sahuarita Unified District (4411). Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Sahuarita for 2026 are Sahuarita Intermediate School (8.0/10), Wrightson Ridge K-8 School (7.0/10), and Anza Trail (6.7/10), 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
11
in this city
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$313,600
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
11
in this city
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$313,600
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +7.5 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Sahuarita schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Sahuarita
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (9 rated schools; 11 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sahuarita Intermediate School | 8.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Wrightson Ridge K-8 School | 7.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Anza Trail | 6.7 / 10 |
| 4 | Sahuarita Digital Pathways Academy | 6.4 / 10 |
| 5 | Walden Grove High School | 6.3 / 10 |
| 6 | Sahuarita High School | 6.0 / 10 |
| 7 | Sahuarita Middle School | 5.5 / 10 |
| 8 | Copper View Elementary School | 4.7 / 10 |
| 9 | Great Expectations Academy | 3.7 / 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
- 6.1/10
- Median household income
- $106,039
- Median home value
- $313,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 36%
- Avg commute
- 29 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 82%
27% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Sahuarita compares
Arizona rank
#59 of 97
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.2
below Arizona avg (6.3)
Median household income
$106k
149% of Arizona median
Schools in this city
11
Sahuarita Unified District (4411) runs 91% of Sahuarita's public schools
Sahuarita touches 2 districts, but Sahuarita Unified District (4411) is the one most addresses actually attend.
Sahuarita Unified District (4411) accounts for 10 of 11 public schools (91%). The other 1 district holds the remaining 1.
Among 9 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 3.7 to 8.0 — the spread is inside Sahuarita, not a citywide average.
- Sahuarita Unified District (4411)10 public · 91%
- Great Expectations Academy (10974)1 public · 9%
About Schools in Sahuarita, Arizona
Sahuarita, Arizona is home to 11 schools, including 11 public schools. The city's schools span 7 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.1 out of 10, schools in Sahuarita 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 Sahuarita is Sahuarita Intermediate School with a composite score of 8.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Sahuarita is served by 2 school districts: Great Expectations Academy (10974), Sahuarita Unified District (4411). These districts collectively serve 6,633 students.
Sahuarita's community shows 36% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $106,039. The poverty rate in the area is 9.1%.
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
7 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 358 students · 3rd–5th | 8.0 |
| 2 | 340 students · Pre-K–2nd | 7.3 |
| 3 | 829 students · Kindergarten–8th | 7.0 |
| 4 | 1,235 students · Kindergarten–8th | 6.7 |
| 5 | 103 students · Pre-K–6th | 5.7 |
| 6 | 622 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.7 |
| 7 | 202 students · Kindergarten–8th | 3.7 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 509 students · 6th–8th | 5.5 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,154 students · 9th–12th | 6.3 |
| 2 | 1,181 students · 9th–12th | 6.0 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 100 students · Kindergarten–12th | 6.4 |
Schools in Sahuarita
Sahuarita, Arizona · 11 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$106,039
Median Home Value
$313,600
Median Rent
$1,770/mo
Population
30,989
College Educated
36%
Homeownership
82%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
9.1%
Community Profile
Sahuarita has a median household income of $106,039. It is an area where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $313,600, with a median rent of $1,770/month. The local poverty rate of 9.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Arizona
- Elementary
- 7
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
- Other
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Sahuarita, Arizona
How many schools are in Sahuarita, Arizona?
Sahuarita has 11 schools, including 11 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Sahuarita, Arizona?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Sahuarita is 6.1 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 Sahuarita, Arizona?
The top-ranked school in Sahuarita on MySchoolScout is Sahuarita Intermediate School with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Sahuarita, Arizona?
The top-ranked elementary school in Sahuarita on MySchoolScout is Sahuarita Intermediate School with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Sahuarita, Arizona?
The top-ranked middle school in Sahuarita on MySchoolScout is Sahuarita Middle School with a composite score of 5.5/10.
What is the best high school in Sahuarita, Arizona?
The top-ranked high school in Sahuarita on MySchoolScout is Walden Grove High School with a composite score of 6.3/10.
How many school districts serve Sahuarita, Arizona?
Sahuarita is served by 2 school districts: Great Expectations Academy (10974), Sahuarita Unified District (4411).
What is the education level in Sahuarita, Arizona?
According to Census data, 36% of adults in Sahuarita have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Sahuarita, Arizona?
The median household income in Sahuarita is approximately $106,039 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Sahuarita, Arizona?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Sahuarita is 16.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Sahuarita, 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.