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Best San Tan Valley Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 2,747 students in San Tan Valley, AZ.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in San Tan Valley, AZ are Combs Traditional Academy, Jack Harmon Elementary School and Ranch Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
San Tan Valley, AZ public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in San Tan Valley have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Elementary Schools in San Tan Valley, AZ (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Combs Traditional Academy
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
38300 N Gantzel Rd
San Tan Valley, AZ 85140
(480) 987-5320
Gr: K-6 | 204 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
Jack Harmon Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
39315 N Cortona Dr
San Tan Valley, AZ 85140
(480) 882-3500
Gr: PK-6 | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #33.
Ranch Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
43521 N Kenworthy Rd
San Tan Valley, AZ 85140
(480) 882-3530
Gr: PK-6 | 511 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #44.
Kathryn Sue Simonton Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
40300 N Simonton Blvd
San Tan Valley, AZ 85140
(480) 987-5330
Gr: PK-6 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #55.
J. O. Combs Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
37611 N Pecan Crk
San Tan Valley, AZ 85140
(480) 882-3510
Gr: K-8 | 596 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #66.
Combs Online School For Success
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
301 E Combs Rd
San Tan Valley, AZ 85140
(480) 987-6300
Gr: K-12 | 110 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #77.
Ellsworth Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
38454 N Carolina Ave
San Tan Valley, AZ 85140
(480) 882-3520
Gr: PK-6 | 559 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: n/an/a
Combs Center For Success Middle School
38300 N Gantzel Rd
San Tan Valley, AZ 85140
(480) 882-3540
Gr: 6-8 | 1 student
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in San Tan Valley, Arizona

San Tan Valley, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Legacy Traditional School - Queen Creek (Closed 2023)
41800 North Barnes Parkway
San Tan Valley, AZ 85140
(520) 413-9720
Gr: K-9 | 946 students Minority enrollment: 18%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in San Tan Valley, AZ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in San Tan Valley, AZ include Combs Traditional Academy, Jack Harmon Elementary School and Ranch Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in San Tan Valley?
8 public elementary schools are located in San Tan Valley.
What is the racial composition of students in San Tan Valley?
San Tan Valley public elementary schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in San Tan Valley are often viewed compared to one another?

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