For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 448 students in 86512, AZ.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 86512, AZ are Lichii Deezh Ahi Learning Academy, Sanders Elementary School and Sanders Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 86512 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 86512, AZ have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Arizona public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 86512, AZ Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lichii Deezh Ahi Learning Academy
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
I-40 Hwy 191
Sanders, AZ 86512
(855) 678-7873
Sanders, AZ 86512
(855) 678-7873
Gr: K-12
Rank: #22.
Sanders Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
I-40 And Hwy. 191 S
Sanders, AZ 86512
(855) 678-7873
Sanders, AZ 86512
(855) 678-7873
Gr: PK-7 | 282 students
Rank: #33.
Sanders Middle School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
Apache 7160
Sanders, AZ 86512
(855) 678-7873
Sanders, AZ 86512
(855) 678-7873
Gr: 6-8 | 166 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 86512, AZ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 86512, AZ include Lichii Deezh Ahi Learning Academy, Sanders Elementary School and Sanders Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 86512?
3 public elementary schools are located in 86512.
What is the racial composition of students in 86512?
86512 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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