Best 86005 Arizona Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 727 students in 86005, AZ.
The top-ranked public schools in 86005, AZ are Mountain School and Manuel Demiguel Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 86005 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 86005, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

Best 86005, AZ Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mountain School
Charter School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
311 W Cattle Drive Trl
Flagstaff, AZ 86005
(928) 779-2392
Gr: K-6 | 168 students Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Manuel Demiguel Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
3500 S Gillenwater Dr
Flagstaff, AZ 86005
(928) 773-4000
Gr: PK-5 | 559 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 36%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 86005, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 86005, AZ include Mountain School and Manuel Demiguel Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 86005?
2 public schools are located in 86005.
What is the racial composition of students in 86005?
86005 public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

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