For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 289 students in 85536, AZ.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85536, AZ are Mt. Turnbull Academy and Fort Thomas High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 85536 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Arizona public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 8% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 85536, AZ have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Arizona public middle school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85536, AZ Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mt. Turnbull Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
297 E Us Highway 70
Fort Thomas, AZ 85536
(928) 475-3050
Fort Thomas, AZ 85536
(928) 475-3050
Gr: PK-12 | 28 students
Rank: #22.
Fort Thomas High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
Highway 70
Fort Thomas, AZ 85536
(928) 965-2879
Fort Thomas, AZ 85536
(928) 965-2879
Gr: 7-12 | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 85536, AZ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85536, AZ include Mt. Turnbull Academy and Fort Thomas High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 85536?
2 public middle schools are located in 85536.
What is the racial composition of students in 85536?
85536 public middle schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Arizona public middle schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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