For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 876 students in 85638, AZ.
The top-ranked public schools in 85638, AZ are Walter J Meyer School, Tombstone High School and Huachuca City School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85638 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85638, AZ have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85638, AZ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Walter J Meyer School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
411 N. 9th St.
Tombstone, AZ 85638
(520) 457-3371
Tombstone, AZ 85638
(520) 457-3371
Gr: PK-8 | 174 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
Tombstone High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1211 N. Yellowjacket Way
Tombstone, AZ 85638
(520) 457-2215
Tombstone, AZ 85638
(520) 457-2215
Gr: 9-12 | 453 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #33.
Huachuca City School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
100 School Dr
Tombstone, AZ 85638
(520) 456-9842
Tombstone, AZ 85638
(520) 456-9842
Gr: PK-8 | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 85638, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85638, AZ include Walter J Meyer School, Tombstone High School and Huachuca City School.
How many public schools are located in 85638?
3 public schools are located in 85638.
What is the racial composition of students in 85638?
85638 public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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