For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 669 students in 86404, AZ.
The top-ranked public schools in 86404, AZ are Havasupai Elementary School and Nautilus Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 86404 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 86404, AZ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 86404, AZ Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Havasupai Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
880 Cashmere Dr
Lake Havasu City, AZ 86404
(928) 505-6040
Lake Havasu City, AZ 86404
(928) 505-6040
Gr: K-6 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #22.
Nautilus Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1425 Patrician Dr
Lake Havasu City, AZ 86404
(928) 505-6060
Lake Havasu City, AZ 86404
(928) 505-6060
Gr: PK-6 | 345 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
86404, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Lake Havasu Charter School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
1055 Empire Drive
Lake Havasu City, AZ 86404
(928) 505-5427
Lake Havasu City, AZ 86404
(928) 505-5427
Gr: K-12 | 55 students Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 86404, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 86404, AZ include Havasupai Elementary School and Nautilus Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 86404?
2 public schools are located in 86404.
What is the racial composition of students in 86404?
86404 public schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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