Best Schools in Show Low, Arizona
13 schools · 5 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 6 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Show Low by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Linden Elementary School
Elementary · Show Low Unified District (4393). Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Show Low Junior High School
Middle · Show Low Unified District (4393). Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Show Low High School
Other · Show Low Unified District (4393). Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Show Low for 2026 are Linden Elementary School (8.5/10), Show Low Junior High School (7.3/10), and Show Low High School (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
13
9 public · 4 private
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$256,300
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
13
9 public · 4 private
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$256,300
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Show Low
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (7 rated schools; 13 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Linden Elementary School | 8.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Show Low Junior High School | 7.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Show Low High School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 4 | Nikolaus Homestead Elementary School | 5.5 / 10 |
| 5 | White Mountain Institute | 5.5 / 10 |
| 6 | Whipple Ranch Elementary School | 4.8 / 10 |
| 7 | Sequoia Village School | 4.5 / 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
- 6.2/10
- Median household income
- $60,313
- Median home value
- $256,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 26%
- Avg commute
- 23 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 75%
20% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Show Low compares
Arizona rank
#54 of 97
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.2
below Arizona avg (6.3)
Median household income
$60k
85% of Arizona median
Schools in this city
10
Show Low Unified District (4393) runs 89% of Show Low's public schools
Show Low touches 2 districts, but Show Low Unified District (4393) is the one most addresses actually attend.
Show Low Unified District (4393) accounts for 8 of 9 public schools (89%). The other 1 district holds the remaining 1.
Among 7 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 4.5 to 8.5 — the spread is inside Show Low, not a citywide average.
- Show Low Unified District (4393)8 public · 89%
- Edkey Inc. - Sequoia Village School (79211)1 public · 11%
About Schools in Show Low, Arizona
Show Low, Arizona is home to 13 schools, including 9 public schools and 4 private schools. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.2 out of 10, schools in Show Low 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 Show Low is Linden Elementary School with a composite score of 8.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Show Low is served by 2 school districts: Edkey Inc. - Sequoia Village School (79211), Show Low Unified District (4393). These districts collectively serve 2,829 students.
Show Low's community shows 26% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $60,313. The poverty rate in the area is 12.8%.
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
5 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 201 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.5 | ||
| 2 | 407 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.5 | ||
| 3 | 391 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.8 | ||
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Anthony SchoolPrivate 131 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | Mountain Christian SchoolPrivate 133 students · Kindergarten–8th | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 564 students · 6th–8th | 7.3 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 40 students · 9th–12th | 5.5 |
Other Schools
6 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 836 students · 3rd–12th | 6.8 | ||
| 2 | 202 students · Kindergarten–12th | 4.5 | ||
| 3 | 13 students · Kindergarten–12th | — | ||
| 4 | 13 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | — | ||
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Lexington Life AcademyPrivate 64 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | 17 students · 2nd–11th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Show Low
Show Low, Arizona · 13 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$60,313
Median Home Value
$256,300
Median Rent
$1,009/mo
Population
18,821
College Educated
26%
Homeownership
75%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
12.8%
Community Profile
Show Low has a median household income of $60,313. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $256,300, with a median rent of $1,009/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.8%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Arizona
- Elementary
- 5
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 6
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Show Low, Arizona
How many schools are in Show Low, Arizona?
Show Low has 13 schools, including 9 public and 4 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Show Low, Arizona?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Show Low is 6.2 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 Show Low, Arizona?
The top-ranked school in Show Low on MySchoolScout is Linden Elementary School with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Show Low, Arizona?
The top-ranked elementary school in Show Low on MySchoolScout is Linden Elementary School with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Show Low, Arizona?
The top-ranked middle school in Show Low on MySchoolScout is Show Low Junior High School with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What is the best high school in Show Low, Arizona?
The top-ranked high school in Show Low on MySchoolScout is White Mountain Institute with a composite score of 5.5/10.
How many school districts serve Show Low, Arizona?
Show Low is served by 2 school districts: Edkey Inc. - Sequoia Village School (79211), Show Low Unified District (4393).
What is the education level in Show Low, Arizona?
According to Census data, 26% of adults in Show Low have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Show Low, Arizona?
The median household income in Show Low is approximately $60,313 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Show Low, Arizona?
Yes, Show Low has 4 private schools alongside 9 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Anthony School with a score of 6.9/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Show Low, Arizona?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Show Low is 13.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Show Low, 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.