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Best Schools in Wellton, Arizona

3 schools · 1 Elementary · 2 High

Public: 3
Districts: 2
Avg Rating: 6.6/10
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Wellton Elementary School

7.4/10

Elementary · Wellton Elementary District (4504). Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Antelope Union High School

5.8/10

High · Antelope Union High School District (4506). Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Schools

3

in this city

Avg Score

6.6

out of 10

Median Home

$116,900

home value · ACS

Districts

2

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Wellton

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Wellton Elementary School 7.4 / 10
2 Antelope Union High School 5.8 / 10

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Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.6/10

50% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$56,447

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$116,900

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
19%

Adults 25+

Owner-occupied homes
83%

Of occupied housing units

How Wellton compares

Median household income

$56k

79% of Arizona median

About Schools in Wellton, Arizona

Wellton, Arizona is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 2 high schools.

With an average rating of 6.6 out of 10, schools in Wellton show moderate performance 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 Wellton is Wellton Elementary School with a composite score of 7.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Wellton is served by 2 school districts: Antelope Union High School District (4506), Wellton Elementary District (4504). These districts collectively serve 376 students.

Wellton's community shows 19% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $56,447. The poverty rate in the area is 10.1%.

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: 85356 (3)

Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 184 students · Pre-K–8th 7.4

High Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1 188 students · 9th–12th 5.8
2 4 students · 9th–12th

Schools in Wellton

Wellton, Arizona · 3 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$56,447

Median Home Value

$116,900

Median Rent

$731/mo

Population

3,789

College Educated

19%

Homeownership

83%

Poverty Rate

10.1%

Community Profile

Wellton has a median household income of $56,447. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $116,900, with a median rent of $731/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.1%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State
Arizona
Elementary
1
High
2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Wellton, Arizona

How many schools are in Wellton, Arizona?

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

What is the average school rating in Wellton, Arizona?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Wellton is 6.6 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 Wellton, Arizona?

The top-ranked school in Wellton on MySchoolScout is Wellton Elementary School with a composite score of 7.4/10.

What is the best elementary school in Wellton, Arizona?

The top-ranked elementary school in Wellton on MySchoolScout is Wellton Elementary School with a composite score of 7.4/10.

What is the best high school in Wellton, Arizona?

The top-ranked high school in Wellton on MySchoolScout is Antelope Union High School with a composite score of 5.8/10.

How many school districts serve Wellton, Arizona?

Wellton is served by 2 school districts: Antelope Union High School District (4506), Wellton Elementary District (4504).

What is the education level in Wellton, Arizona?

According to Census data, 19% of adults in Wellton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Wellton, Arizona?

The median household income in Wellton is approximately $56,447 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Wellton is 101.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Wellton, 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.