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5.1 avg / 10

Best Schools in Sells, Arizona

10 schools · 4 Elementary · 3 Middle · 3 High

Public: 10
Districts: 5
Avg Rating: 5.1/10
Estimated Scores: 38%

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
5.1/10

0% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$34,764

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$93,500

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
5%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
26 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
63%

Of occupied housing units

How Sells compares

Arizona rank

#92 of 95

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-1.1

below Arizona avg (6.3)

Median household income

$35k

49% of Arizona median

Schools in this city

8

About Schools in Sells, Arizona

Sells, Arizona is home to 10 schools, including 10 public schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 3 high schools.

With an average rating of 5.1 out of 10, schools in Sells show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Sells is Indian Oasis Primary Elementary School with a composite score of 6.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Sells is served by 5 school districts. These districts collectively serve 1,591 students.

Sells's community shows 5% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $34,764. The poverty rate in the area is 42.5%.

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: 85634 (10)

Elementary Schools

4 schools
# School Rating
1 336 students · Pre-K–3rd 6.9
2 120 students · Kindergarten–8th 3.7
3 57 students · Kindergarten–8th 3.7
4 242 students · Kindergarten–8th 3.7

Middle Schools

3 schools
# School Rating
1 115 students · 7th–8th 6.6
2 258 students · 4th–6th 3.7
3 12 students · 6th–8th

High Schools

3 schools
# School Rating
1 95 students · 9th–12th 6.5
2 241 students · 9th–12th 6.3
3 115 students · 9th–12th

Schools in Sells

Sells, Arizona · 10 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$34,764

Median Home Value

$93,500

Median Rent

$524/mo

Population

5,667

College Educated

5%

Homeownership

63%

Avg Commute

26 min

Poverty Rate

42.5%

Community Profile

Sells has a median household income of $34,764. It is a community where 5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $93,500, with a median rent of $524/month. The area has a poverty rate of 42.5%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State
Arizona
Total Schools
10
Elementary
4
Middle
3
High
3
Districts
5
Avg Rating
5.1/10

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 Sells, Arizona

How many schools are in Sells, Arizona?

Sells has 10 schools, including 10 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Sells, Arizona?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Sells is 5.1 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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

The top-ranked school in Sells on MySchoolScout is Indian Oasis Primary Elementary School with a composite score of 6.9/10.

What is the best elementary school in Sells, Arizona?

The top-ranked elementary school in Sells on MySchoolScout is Indian Oasis Primary Elementary School with a composite score of 6.9/10.

What is the best middle school in Sells, Arizona?

The top-ranked middle school in Sells on MySchoolScout is Baboquivari Middle School with a composite score of 6.6/10.

What is the best high school in Sells, Arizona?

The top-ranked high school in Sells on MySchoolScout is Alternative High School (indian Oasis High School) with a composite score of 6.5/10.

How many school districts serve Sells, Arizona?

Sells is served by 5 school districts: Baboquivari Unified School District #40 (4412), Santa Rosa Day School, Santa Rosa Ranch School, San Simon School, Tohono O'odham High School.

What is the education level in Sells, Arizona?

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

What is the median income in Sells, Arizona?

The median household income in Sells is approximately $34,764 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Sells, Arizona?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Sells is 30.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Sells, 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.