For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,726 students in 86403, AZ (there are 4 private schools, serving 249 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 86403, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
The top-ranked public schools in 86403, AZ are Telesis Preparatory Academy, Telesis Preparatory and Smoketree Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 86403 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 86403, AZ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 86403, AZ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Telesis Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2598 Starlite Ln
Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403
(928) 855-8661
Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403
(928) 855-8661
Gr: 9-12 | 63 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
Telesis Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2598 Starlite Ln
Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403
(928) 855-8661
Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403
(928) 855-8661
Gr: K-8 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #33.
Smoketree Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2395 Smoketree Ave N
Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403
(928) 505-6020
Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403
(928) 505-6020
Gr: PK-6 | 543 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #44.
Lake Havasu High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2675 Palo Verde Blvd S
Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403
(928) 854-5001
Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403
(928) 854-5001
Gr: 9-12 | 1,523 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #55.
Havasuonline
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2200 Havasupai Blvd
Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403
(928) 505-6900
Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403
(928) 505-6900
Gr: 6-12 | 339 students Student-teacher ratio: 31:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 86403, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 86403, AZ include Telesis Preparatory Academy, Telesis Preparatory and Smoketree Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 86403?
5 public schools are located in 86403.
What percentage of students in 86403 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 86403 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 86403?
86403 public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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