Best Schools in San Tan Valley, Arizona
8 schools · 6 Elementary · 2 High
Choosing a school in San Tan Valley?
Use this page to compare every school in San Tan Valley by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Jack Harmon Elementary School
Elementary · J O Combs Unified School District (4445). Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Ranch Elementary School
Elementary · J O Combs Unified School District (4445). Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
San Tan Heights Elementary
Elementary · Florence Unified School District (4437). Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in San Tan Valley for 2026 are Jack Harmon Elementary School (7.8/10), Ranch Elementary School (7.3/10), and San Tan Heights Elementary (6.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 7 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
8
in this city
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$466,550
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Schools
8
in this city
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$466,550
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +10.5 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among San Tan Valley schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in San Tan Valley
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (7 rated schools; 8 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jack Harmon Elementary School | 7.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Ranch Elementary School | 7.3 / 10 |
| 3 | San Tan Heights Elementary | 6.8 / 10 |
| 4 | J. O. Combs Middle School | 6.3 / 10 |
| 5 | Combs High School | 6.3 / 10 |
| 6 | American Leadership Academy San Tan Valley K-6 | 6.0 / 10 |
| 7 | Combs Traditional Academy | 5.0 / 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
- 6.5/10
- Median household income
- $111,952
- Median home value
- $466,550
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 34%
- Avg commute
- 34 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 86%
29% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How San Tan Valley compares
Arizona rank
#37 of 97
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.2
above Arizona avg (6.3)
Median household income
$112k
158% of Arizona median
Schools in this city
7
J O Combs Unified School District (4445) runs 63% of San Tan Valley's public schools
San Tan Valley touches 4 districts, but J O Combs Unified School District (4445) is the one most addresses actually attend.
J O Combs Unified School District (4445) accounts for 5 of 8 public schools (63%). The other 3 districts hold the remaining 3.
Among 7 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 5.0 to 7.8 — the spread is inside San Tan Valley, not a citywide average.
- J O Combs Unified School District (4445)5 public · 63%
- American Leadership Academy Inc. (4348)1 public · 13%
- East Valley Institute of Technology (4516)1 public · 13%
- Florence Unified School District (4437)1 public · 13%
About Schools in San Tan Valley, Arizona
San Tan Valley, Arizona is home to 8 schools, including 8 public schools. The city's schools span 6 elementary schools, , and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.5 out of 10, schools in San Tan Valley 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 San Tan Valley is Jack Harmon Elementary School with a composite score of 7.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
San Tan Valley is served by 4 school districts. These districts collectively serve 27,186 students.
San Tan Valley's community shows 34% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $111,952. The poverty rate in the area is 6.2%.
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.
Elementary Schools
6 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 385 students · Pre-K–6th | 7.8 |
| 2 | 511 students · Pre-K–6th | 7.3 |
| 3 | 718 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.8 |
| 4 | 596 students · Kindergarten–8th | 6.3 |
| 5 | 689 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.0 |
| 6 | 204 students · Kindergarten–6th | 5.0 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,243 students · 8th–12th | 6.3 |
| 2 | 1 students · 9th–12th | — |
Schools in San Tan Valley
San Tan Valley, Arizona · 8 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$111,952
Median Home Value
$466,550
Median Rent
$1,988/mo
Population
138,279
College Educated
34%
Homeownership
86%
Avg Commute
34 min
Poverty Rate
6.2%
Community Profile
San Tan Valley has a median household income of $111,952. It is an area where 34% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $466,550, with a median rent of $1,988/month. The local poverty rate of 6.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 34 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Arizona
- Elementary
- 6
- High
- 2
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in San Tan Valley, Arizona
How many schools are in San Tan Valley, Arizona?
San Tan Valley has 8 schools, including 8 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in San Tan Valley, Arizona?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in San Tan Valley is 6.5 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 San Tan Valley, Arizona?
The top-ranked school in San Tan Valley on MySchoolScout is Jack Harmon Elementary School with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in San Tan Valley, Arizona?
The top-ranked elementary school in San Tan Valley on MySchoolScout is Jack Harmon Elementary School with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best high school in San Tan Valley, Arizona?
The top-ranked high school in San Tan Valley on MySchoolScout is Combs High School with a composite score of 6.3/10.
How many school districts serve San Tan Valley, Arizona?
San Tan Valley is served by 4 school districts: American Leadership Academy Inc. (4348), Florence Unified School District (4437), J O Combs Unified School District (4445), East Valley Institute of Technology (4516).
What is the education level in San Tan Valley, Arizona?
According to Census data, 34% of adults in San Tan Valley have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in San Tan Valley, Arizona?
The median household income in San Tan Valley is approximately $111,952 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in San Tan Valley, Arizona?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in San Tan Valley is 19.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in San Tan 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.