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6.8 avg / 10

Best Schools in Sanders, Arizona

3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High

Public: 3
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.8/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.8/10

67% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$31,602

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$74,800

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
5%

Adults 25+

Owner-occupied homes
67%

Of occupied housing units

How Sanders compares

Arizona rank

#20 of 95

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.5

above Arizona avg (6.3)

Median household income

$32k

44% of Arizona median

Schools in this city

3

About Schools in Sanders, Arizona

Sanders, Arizona is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 6.8 out of 10, schools in Sanders show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Sanders is Sanders Elementary School with a composite score of 8.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Sanders is served by 1 school district: Sanders Unified District (4156). These districts collectively serve 659 students.

Sanders's community shows 5% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $31,602. The poverty rate in the area is 41.4%.

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: 86512 (3)

Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 282 students · Pre-K–7th 8.0

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 166 students · 6th–8th 7.0

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 211 students · 9th–12th 5.3

Schools in Sanders

Sanders, Arizona · 3 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$31,602

Median Home Value

$74,800

Median Rent

$614/mo

Population

2,391

College Educated

5%

Homeownership

67%

Poverty Rate

41.4%

Community Profile

Sanders has a median household income of $31,602. It is a community where 5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $74,800, with a median rent of $614/month. The area has a poverty rate of 41.4%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State
Arizona
Total Schools
3
Elementary
1
Middle
1
High
1
Districts
1
Avg Rating
6.8/10

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Sanders, Arizona

How many schools are in Sanders, Arizona?

Sanders has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Sanders, Arizona?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Sanders is 6.8 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Sanders, Arizona?

The top-ranked school in Sanders on MySchoolScout is Sanders Elementary School with a composite score of 8.0/10.

What is the best elementary school in Sanders, Arizona?

The top-ranked elementary school in Sanders on MySchoolScout is Sanders Elementary School with a composite score of 8.0/10.

What is the best middle school in Sanders, Arizona?

The top-ranked middle school in Sanders on MySchoolScout is Sanders Middle School with a composite score of 7.0/10.

What is the best high school in Sanders, Arizona?

The top-ranked high school in Sanders on MySchoolScout is Valley High School with a composite score of 5.3/10.

How many school districts serve Sanders, Arizona?

Sanders is served by 1 school district: Sanders Unified District (4156).

What is the education level in Sanders, Arizona?

According to Census data, 5% of adults in Sanders have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Sanders, Arizona?

The median household income in Sanders is approximately $31,602 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Sanders, 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.

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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.