Metcalf Elementary School

Metcalf Elementary School serves 791 students from prekindergarten through fourth grade in Morenci, Arizona, with a student-teacher ratio of 18.4 to 1. This regular public school has earned a strong MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks impressively at #375 out of 2,029 Arizona elementary schools, placing it in the 82nd percentile statewide. Academically, Metcalf demonstrates solid performance with an 8.1 out of 10 academic score.

Students show particular strength in mathematics, with 55% achieving proficiency or above, while 50% meet proficiency standards in English language arts and reading. These results reflect the dedicated work of the school's 43 full-time equivalent teachers who serve this sizable elementary population. The school draws from a community where the median household income reaches $79,715, notably higher than many rural areas, and maintains a relatively low poverty rate of 9.9%.

About a quarter of local residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, indicating a community that values education. Metcalf Elementary operates in Greenlee County's remote rural setting, where the surrounding ZIP code is home to 3,881 residents. This location provides students with the unique experience of small-town education while maintaining academic standards that compete favorably across Arizona.

Located in a rural area, Metcalf Elementary School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.