For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 4,194 students in 86001, AZ (there are 4 private schools, serving 475 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 86001, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
The top-ranked public schools in 86001, AZ are Haven Montessori Charter School, Basis Flagstaff and Charles W Sechrist Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 86001 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 86001, AZ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 86001, AZ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Haven Montessori Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
621 W Clay Ave
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
(928) 522-0985
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
(928) 522-0985
Gr: K-6 | 69 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
Basis Flagstaff
Charter School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1700 N Gemini Dr
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
(928) 774-5502
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
(928) 774-5502
Gr: K-12 | 666 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #33.
Charles W Sechrist Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2230 N Fort Valley Rd
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
(928) 773-4020
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
(928) 773-4020
Gr: PK-5 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #44.
Montessori Charter School Of Flagstaff - Campus
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
850 N Locust St
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
(928) 226-1212
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
(928) 226-1212
Gr: K-8 | 191 students Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #55.
Flagstaff Junior Academy
Charter School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
306 W Cedar Ave
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
(928) 774-6007
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
(928) 774-6007
Gr: K-8 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #66.
Eva Marshall Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
850 N Bonito St
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
(928) 773-4044
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
(928) 773-4044
Gr: PK-6 | 374 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #77.
Flagstaff High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
400 W Elm Ave
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
(928) 773-8100
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
(928) 773-8100
Gr: 9-12 | 1,631 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #88.
Flagstaff Arts And Leadership Academy
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3401 N Fort Valley Rd
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
(928) 779-7223
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
(928) 779-7223
Gr: 6-12 | 174 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #99.
Lura Kinsey Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1601 S Lone Tree Rd
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
(928) 773-4060
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
(928) 773-4060
Gr: PK-5 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
86001, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Bright Angel High School (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
121 East Birch Avenue, Suite 2
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
(928) 638-2461
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
(928) 638-2461
Gr: 9-12 | 14 students Minority enrollment: 71%
911 E Sawmill Rd
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
(928) 679-8072
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
(928) 679-8072
Gr: 7-12 | 3 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
911 E Sawmill Rd
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
(928) 679-8072
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
(928) 679-8072
Gr: 4-12 | 16 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 86001, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 86001, AZ include Haven Montessori Charter School, Basis Flagstaff and Charles W Sechrist Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 86001?
9 public schools are located in 86001.
What percentage of students in 86001 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 86001 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 86001?
86001 public schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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