3,285
Preschools
2,169
Elementary Schools
1,484
Middle Schools
1,111
High Schools
1,917
Public District Schools
2,678
Private Schools
5,247
Total Schools
These are some of the top-rated public schools in Arizona based on a variety of measures. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.
Academic Summary
Are the schools in Arizona offering opportunity for all students, or are some kids being left behind? Successful states are working to close the achievement gap.
Largest School Districts in Arizona
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Mesa Unified School District
58,343 students | MESA, AZ
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 79 schools -
Chandler Unified District
43,716 students | CHANDLER, AZ
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 44 schools -
Tucson Unified District
41,511 students | TUCSON, AZ
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 91 schools -
Peoria Unified School District
36,527 students | GLENDALE, AZ
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 44 schools -
Gilbert Unified District
33,281 students | GILBERT, AZ
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 40 schools
Reviews From Schools in Arizona
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Parent / Guardian
November 04, 2025
I can’t say enough great things about this school! It has now earned an A rating for the second year in a row, and it truly shows in everything they do. The school was also recently recognized as a... More
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Boulder Creek Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
November 04, 2025
Schools super disgusting. The ladies up front are very rude. The principal makes up excuses today I had a incident where I literally asked for the principal and she started freaking out telling me I... More
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Fremont Junior High School
Parent / Guardian
November 04, 2025
The only reason why my kids have to come to this school is because it was ordered since their dad has time with them , the staff is HORRIBLE . Multiple occasions I have had to call the superintendent... More
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Bicentennial South School