Best Schools in Snowflake, Arizona
18 schools · 2 Elementary · 3 Middle · 12 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Snowflake by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Taylor Intermediate School
Middle · Snowflake Unified District (4391). Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Snowflake High School
High · Snowflake Unified District (4391). Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Highland Primary School
Elementary · Snowflake Unified District (4391). Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Snowflake for 2026 are Taylor Intermediate School (7.9/10), Snowflake High School (7.9/10), and Highland Primary School (7.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 6 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
18
in this city
Avg Score
7.6
out of 10
Median Home
$259,000
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
18
in this city
Avg Score
7.6
out of 10
Median Home
$259,000
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Snowflake
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (6 of 18). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Taylor Intermediate School | 7.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Snowflake High School | 7.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Highland Primary School | 7.8 / 10 |
| 4 | Snowflake Intermediate School | 7.6 / 10 |
| 5 | Taylor Elementary School | 7.4 / 10 |
| 6 | Snowflake Junior High School | 7.2 / 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
- 7.6/10
- Median household income
- $64,475
- Median home value
- $259,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 25%
- Avg commute
- 24 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 81%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Snowflake compares
Arizona rank
#11 of 95
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.4
above Arizona avg (6.3)
Median household income
$64k
91% of Arizona median
Schools in this city
6
About Schools in Snowflake, Arizona
Snowflake, Arizona is home to 18 schools, including 18 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 12 high schools.
With an average rating of 7.6 out of 10, schools in Snowflake perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Snowflake is Taylor Intermediate School with a composite score of 7.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Snowflake is served by 2 school districts: Northern Arizona Vocational Institute of Technolog (78786), Snowflake Unified District (4391). These districts collectively serve 2,865 students.
Snowflake's community shows 25% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $64,475. The poverty rate in the area is 19.9%.
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
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 500 students · Kindergarten–3rd | 7.8 |
| 2 | 289 students · Kindergarten–3rd | 7.4 |
Middle Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 225 students · 4th–6th | 7.9 |
| 2 | 421 students · 4th–6th | 7.6 |
| 3 | 451 students · 6th–9th | 7.2 |
High Schools
12 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 922 students · 9th–12th | 7.9 |
| 2 | 3 students · 6th–12th | — |
| 3 | 1 students · 9th–12th | — |
| 4 | 1 students · 9th–12th | — |
| 5 | 1 students · 9th–12th | — |
| 6 | 1 students · 9th–12th | — |
| 7 | 1 students · 9th–12th | — |
| 8 | 1 students · 9th–12th | — |
| 9 | 10 students · 9th–12th | — |
| 10 | 6 students · 9th–12th | — |
Show all 12 high schools in Snowflake
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 23 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | — |
Schools in Snowflake
Snowflake, Arizona · 18 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$64,475
Median Home Value
$259,000
Median Rent
$1,182/mo
Population
9,975
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
81%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
19.9%
Community Profile
Snowflake has a median household income of $64,475. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $259,000, with a median rent of $1,182/month. The area has a poverty rate of 19.9%. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Arizona
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 3
- High
- 12
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Snowflake, Arizona
How many schools are in Snowflake, Arizona?
Snowflake has 18 schools, including 18 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Snowflake, Arizona?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Snowflake is 7.6 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 Snowflake, Arizona?
The top-ranked school in Snowflake on MySchoolScout is Taylor Intermediate School with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Snowflake, Arizona?
The top-ranked elementary school in Snowflake on MySchoolScout is Highland Primary School with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Snowflake, Arizona?
The top-ranked middle school in Snowflake on MySchoolScout is Taylor Intermediate School with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best high school in Snowflake, Arizona?
The top-ranked high school in Snowflake on MySchoolScout is Snowflake High School with a composite score of 7.9/10.
How many school districts serve Snowflake, Arizona?
Snowflake is served by 2 school districts: Northern Arizona Vocational Institute of Technolog (78786), Snowflake Unified District (4391).
What is the education level in Snowflake, Arizona?
According to Census data, 25% of adults in Snowflake have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Snowflake, Arizona?
The median household income in Snowflake is approximately $64,475 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Snowflake, Arizona?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Snowflake is 22.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Snowflake, 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.