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6.4 avg / 10

Best Schools in Somerton, Arizona

7 schools · 6 Elementary · 1 Middle

Public: 7
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.4/10
Estimated Scores: 29%

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.4/10

14% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$72,115

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$211,200

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
15%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
22 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
75%

Of occupied housing units

How Somerton compares

Arizona rank

#41 of 95

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.2

above Arizona avg (6.3)

Median household income

$72k

102% of Arizona median

Schools in this city

7

About Schools in Somerton, Arizona

Somerton, Arizona is home to 7 schools, including 7 public schools. The city's schools span 6 elementary schools, 1 middle school.

With an average rating of 6.4 out of 10, schools in Somerton show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Somerton is Desert Sonora Elementary School with a composite score of 7.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Somerton is served by 1 school district: Somerton Elementary District (4500). These districts collectively serve 3,004 students.

Somerton's community shows 15% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $72,115. The poverty rate in the area is 18.1%.

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: 85350 (7)

Elementary Schools

6 schools
# School Rating
1 403 students · Pre-K–6th 7.7
2 410 students · Pre-K–6th 6.9
3 419 students · Pre-K–6th 6.7
4 220 students · Kindergarten–6th 6.2
5 243 students · Kindergarten–6th 6.2
6 659 students · Pre-K–6th 4.8

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 650 students · 6th–8th 6.6

Schools in Somerton

Somerton, Arizona · 7 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$72,115

Median Home Value

$211,200

Median Rent

$864/mo

Population

19,273

College Educated

15%

Homeownership

75%

Avg Commute

22 min

Poverty Rate

18.1%

Community Profile

Somerton has a median household income of $72,115. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $211,200, with a median rent of $864/month. The area has a poverty rate of 18.1%. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State
Arizona
Total Schools
7
Elementary
6
Middle
1
Districts
1
Avg Rating
6.4/10

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 Somerton, Arizona

How many schools are in Somerton, Arizona?

Somerton has 7 schools, including 7 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Somerton, Arizona?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Somerton is 6.4 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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

The top-ranked school in Somerton on MySchoolScout is Desert Sonora Elementary School with a composite score of 7.7/10.

What is the best elementary school in Somerton, Arizona?

The top-ranked elementary school in Somerton on MySchoolScout is Desert Sonora Elementary School with a composite score of 7.7/10.

What is the best middle school in Somerton, Arizona?

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

How many school districts serve Somerton, Arizona?

Somerton is served by 1 school district: Somerton Elementary District (4500).

What is the education level in Somerton, Arizona?

According to Census data, 15% of adults in Somerton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Somerton, Arizona?

The median household income in Somerton is approximately $72,115 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Somerton is 18.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Somerton, 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.