For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,186 students in Morenci, AZ.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Morenci, AZ are Metcalf Elementary School and Fairbanks Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Morenci, AZ public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in Morenci have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Morenci, AZ (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Metcalf Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
Fairbanks Rd #1
Morenci, AZ 85540
(928) 865-7290
Morenci, AZ 85540
(928) 865-7290
Grades: PK-4
| 791 students
Rank: #22.
Fairbanks Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1056 Fairbanks Road
Morenci, AZ 85540
(928) 865-3501
Morenci, AZ 85540
(928) 865-3501
Grades: 5-8
| 395 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Morenci, AZ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Morenci, AZ include Metcalf Elementary School and Fairbanks Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Morenci?
2 public elementary schools are located in Morenci.
What is the racial composition of students in Morenci?
Morenci public elementary schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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