Best Schools in Wickenburg, Arizona
7 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High · 3 Other
Choosing a school in Wickenburg?
Use this page to compare every school in Wickenburg by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Hassayampa Elementary School
Elementary · Wickenburg Unified District (4236). Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Vulture Peak Middle School
Middle · Wickenburg Unified District (4236). Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Wickenburg High School
High · Wickenburg Unified District (4236). Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Wickenburg for 2026 are Hassayampa Elementary School (7.2/10), Vulture Peak Middle School (5.7/10), and Wickenburg High School (5.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 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
7
5 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$465,800
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
7
5 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$465,800
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Wickenburg
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 rated schools; 7 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hassayampa Elementary School | 7.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Vulture Peak Middle School | 5.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Wickenburg High School | 5.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Wickenburg Virtual Academy | 5.4 / 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
- 6.1/10
- Median household income
- $65,985
- Median home value
- $465,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 35%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 79%
20% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Wickenburg compares
Arizona rank
#57 of 97
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.2
below Arizona avg (6.3)
Median household income
$66k
93% of Arizona median
Schools in this city
5
Wickenburg Unified District (4236) runs 80% of Wickenburg's public schools
Wickenburg touches 2 districts, but Wickenburg Unified District (4236) is the one most addresses actually attend.
Wickenburg Unified District (4236) accounts for 4 of 5 public schools (80%). The other 1 district holds the remaining 1.
Among 4 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 5.4 to 7.2 — the spread is inside Wickenburg, not a citywide average.
- Wickenburg Unified District (4236)4 public · 80%
- West-Mec - Western Maricopa Education Center (80923)1 public · 20%
About Schools in Wickenburg, Arizona
Wickenburg, Arizona is home to 7 schools, including 5 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.1 out of 10, schools in Wickenburg 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 Wickenburg is Hassayampa Elementary School with a composite score of 7.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Wickenburg is served by 2 school districts: West-MEC - Western Maricopa Education Center (80923), Wickenburg Unified District (4236). These districts collectively serve 1,673 students.
Wickenburg's community shows 35% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $65,985. The poverty rate in the area is 14.5%.
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.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 295 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.2 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 130 students · 4th–8th | 5.7 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 457 students · 6th–12th | 5.6 |
| 2 | 10 students · 9th–12th | — |
Other Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 54 students · Kindergarten–12th | 5.4 | ||
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Wickenburg Christian AcademyPrivate 164 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | 10 students · 1st–12th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Wickenburg
Wickenburg, Arizona · 7 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$65,985
Median Home Value
$465,800
Median Rent
$1,234/mo
Population
9,881
College Educated
35%
Homeownership
79%
Poverty Rate
14.5%
Community Profile
Wickenburg has a median household income of $65,985. It is an area where 35% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $465,800, with a median rent of $1,234/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.5%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Arizona
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
- Other
- 3
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Wickenburg, Arizona
How many schools are in Wickenburg, Arizona?
Wickenburg has 7 schools, including 5 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Wickenburg, Arizona?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Wickenburg is 6.1 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 Wickenburg, Arizona?
The top-ranked school in Wickenburg on MySchoolScout is Hassayampa Elementary School with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Wickenburg, Arizona?
The top-ranked elementary school in Wickenburg on MySchoolScout is Hassayampa Elementary School with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Wickenburg, Arizona?
The top-ranked middle school in Wickenburg on MySchoolScout is Vulture Peak Middle School with a composite score of 5.7/10.
What is the best high school in Wickenburg, Arizona?
The top-ranked high school in Wickenburg on MySchoolScout is Wickenburg High School with a composite score of 5.6/10.
How many school districts serve Wickenburg, Arizona?
Wickenburg is served by 2 school districts: West-Mec - Western Maricopa Education Center (80923), Wickenburg Unified District (4236).
What is the education level in Wickenburg, Arizona?
According to Census data, 35% of adults in Wickenburg have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Wickenburg, Arizona?
The median household income in Wickenburg is approximately $65,985 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Wickenburg, Arizona?
Yes, Wickenburg has 2 private schools alongside 5 public schools. The top-rated private school is Wickenburg Christian Academy with a score of 6.7/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Wickenburg, Arizona?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Wickenburg is 18.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Wickenburg, 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.