8.1 avg / 10

Best Schools in Young, Arizona

2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 2

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 8.1/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 8.1/10
Median household income: $31,324
Median home value: $279,900
Bachelor's degree or higher: 45%
Owner-occupied homes: 85%

How Young compares

Median household income

$31k

44% of Arizona median

About Schools in Young, Arizona

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

With an average rating of 8.1 out of 10, schools in Young perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Young is Young Elementary School with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Young is served by 1 school district: Young Elementary District (4213). These districts collectively serve 55 students.

Young's community shows 45% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $31,324. The poverty rate in the area is 22.4%.

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.

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Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Young Elementary School 47 students · Pre-K–8th	47	Pre-K–8th	8.1

High Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Young High School 8 students · 9th–12th	8	9th–12th	—

Schools in Young

Young, Arizona · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$31,324

Median Home Value

$279,900

Population

361

College Educated

45%

Homeownership

85%

Poverty Rate

22.4%

Community Profile

Young has a median household income of $31,324. It is a well-educated community where 45% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $279,900. The area has a poverty rate of 22.4%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Arizona
Total Schools: 2
Elementary: 1
High: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 8.1/10

Resources

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School District

Young Elementary District (4213)

2 schools · 55 students

Nearby Cities

Payson (5 schools)

23 mi

Tonto Basin (1 school)

Heber-Overgaard (1 school)

31 mi

Pine (1 school)

34 mi

Other Major Cities in Arizona

Top metros statewide by school count.

Phoenix 508 schools Tucson 337 schools Mesa 154 schools Glendale 107 schools Chandler 93 schools

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 Young, Arizona

How many schools are in Young, Arizona?

Young has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Young, Arizona?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Young is 8.1 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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

The top-ranked school in Young on MySchoolScout is Young Elementary School with a composite score of 8.1/10.

What is the best elementary school in Young, Arizona?

The top-ranked elementary school in Young on MySchoolScout is Young Elementary School with a composite score of 8.1/10.

How many school districts serve Young, Arizona?

Young is served by 1 school district: Young Elementary District (4213).

What is the education level in Young, Arizona?

According to Census data, 45% of adults in Young have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Young, Arizona?

The median household income in Young is approximately $31,324 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Young, 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.