Best 86023 Arizona Public Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 439 students in 86023, AZ.
The top-ranked public schools in 86023, AZ are Grand Canyon High School and Grand Canyon Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 86023 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 86023, AZ have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

Best 86023, AZ Public Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Grand Canyon High School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
#1 Boulder Street
Grand Canyon, AZ 86023
(928) 638-2461
Gr: 9-12 | 80 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #22.
Grand Canyon Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
#1 Boulder Street
Grand Canyon, AZ 86023
(928) 638-2461
Gr: PK-8 | 178 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: n/an/a
Glen Canyon Outdoor Academy
Charter School
835 Newburn Rd
Grand Canyon, AZ 86023
(928) 813-8422
Gr: K-8 | 181 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 57%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 86023, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 86023, AZ include Grand Canyon High School and Grand Canyon Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 86023?
3 public schools are located in 86023.
What is the racial composition of students in 86023?
86023 public schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

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