- Buena High School — 4.1 mi · Grades 7–12 · 1,715 students
- SVUSD AOI — 4.1 mi · Grades K–12
- Pueblo Del Sol Elementary School — 4.4 mi · Grades K–6 · 324 students
- Sierra Vista Online — 5.4 mi · Grades 9–12
- Village Meadows Elementary School — 5.7 mi · Grades K–6 · 338 students
- Huachuca Mountain Elementary School — 6.4 mi · Grades K–6 · 360 students
- Bella Vista Elementary School — 6.5 mi · Grades K–6 · 232 students
- Joyce Clark Middle School — 6.7 mi · Grades K–8 · 462 students
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| Metric | Sierra Vista Unified District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 4,761 | 3,544 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 11 | 7 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $12,527/yr | $17,619/yr | ↓ 29% below avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
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Ranked against 492 rated districts in AZ → 56th percentile → 6/10.
Source: Arizona Dept. of Education AASA/ACT/MSAA combined assessments, Percent Passing, 2025. Full methodology →
About Sierra Vista Unified District
Zip code 85635 in Sierra Vista, Arizona is served by Sierra Vista Unified District for public school enrollment. The district covers grades Pre-K – 12th. This page provides a data-driven overview of Sierra Vista Unified District’s funding levels, size, rating, and what families should know before enrolling or making a housing decision in this area.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Sierra Vista Unified District 6 out of 10 — average among Arizona public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Arizona’s AASA/ACT/MSAA combined assessments (2025 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Arizona is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Sierra Vista Unified District falls near the middle of Arizona on state assessment results, with reading and math proficiency close to the state median. Average-rated districts provide foundational public education, and many families find they deliver solid day-to-day learning — particularly when parents stay engaged. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 85635
Children in zip code 85635 are assigned to Sierra Vista Unified District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 85635, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Sierra Vista Unified District at (520)515-2714 or visit www.svusd68.org/. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Arizona districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Sierra Vista
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Sierra Vista Unified District serves zip code 85635, homes in and around zip code 85635 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Arizona, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Sierra Vista Unified District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 85635.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments and phone numbers are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring; per-pupil spending comes from the US Census Bureau's Annual Survey of School System Finances, released about two years after the fiscal year it covers. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Sierra Vista Unified District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 85635 data.