For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public charter schools serving 2,639 students in Flagstaff, AZ.
The top ranked public charter schools in Flagstaff, AZ are Haven Montessori Charter School, Basis Flagstaff and Mountain School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Flagstaff, AZ public charter schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Arizona public charter school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 47% statewide average). Charter schools in Flagstaff have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arizona public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public charter school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Charter Schools in Flagstaff, AZ (2025)
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 | 81 students Minority enrollment: 25%
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 | 695 students Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #33.
Mountain School
Charter School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
311 W Cattle Drive Trl
Flagstaff, AZ 86005
(928) 779-2392
Flagstaff, AZ 86005
(928) 779-2392
Gr: K-6 | 168 students Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #44.
Northland Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3300 W. Sparrow Ave.
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
(928) 214-8776
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
(928) 214-8776
Gr: 6-12 | 645 students Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #55.
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 | 181 students Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #66.
Pine Forest School
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2257 E Cedar Ave
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
(928) 779-9880
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
(928) 779-9880
Gr: K-8 | 224 students Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #77.
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 | 339 students Minority enrollment: 30%
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 | 200 students Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #99.
Star Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
145 Leupp Rd
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
(928) 415-4157
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
(928) 415-4157
Gr: K-8 | 106 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Flagstaff, 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%
2229 East Spruce Ave
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
(928) 778-5764
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
(928) 778-5764
Gr: 9-12
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%
Leading Edge Academy Flagstaff (Closed 2023)
Charter School
3400 E Lockett Rd
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
(480) 633-0414
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
(480) 633-0414
Gr: K-8
Life House Alternative School (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
5400 E. Railhead Ave.
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
(928) 522-6123
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
(928) 522-6123
Gr: 7-12 | 23 students Minority enrollment: 65%
2300 East 6th Ave
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
(928) 773-4081
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
(928) 773-4081
Gr: 6-8
The Peak School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
2016 North First Street A & B
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
(928) 779-0771
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
(928) 779-0771
Gr: K-8 | 89 students Minority enrollment: 90%
Renaissance Magnet Middle School (Closed 2009)
Magnet School
3223 N. 4th Street
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
(928) 527-6000
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
(928) 527-6000
Southwest Electrical Training Center - 4th Street (Closed 2012)
Vocational School
3000 North Fourth St
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
(928) 645-2737
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
(928) 645-2737
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in Flagstaff, AZ?
The top ranked public charter schools in Flagstaff, AZ include Haven Montessori Charter School, Basis Flagstaff and Mountain School.
How many public charter schools are located in Flagstaff?
9 public charter schools are located in Flagstaff.
What is the racial composition of students in Flagstaff?
Flagstaff public charter schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public charter schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Which public charter schools in Flagstaff are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public charter schools in Flagstaff include: Northland Preparatory Academy vs. Basis Flagstaff, Flagstaff Arts And Leadership Academy vs. Northland Preparatory Academy, Basis Flagstaff vs. Northland Preparatory Academy
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