Serving 197 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Havasu Preparatory Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 197 students
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Havasu Preparatory Academy's student population of 197 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
197 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Calendar
School Rankings
Havasu Preparatory Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Havasu Preparatory Academy is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#738 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
28%
48%
Black
1%
6%
White
63%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Havasu Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Havasu Preparatory Academy is ranked #738 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Havasu Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Havasu Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Jamaica Elementary School, Oro Grande Classical Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Havasu Preparatory Academy?
197 students attend Havasu Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Havasu Preparatory Academy students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Havasu Preparatory Academy offer ?
Havasu Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Havasu Preparatory Academy part of?
Havasu Preparatory Academy is part of Kaizen Education Foundation DBA Havasu Preparatory (90535) School District.
In what neighborhood is Havasu Preparatory Academy located?
Havasu Preparatory Academy is located in the Estrella Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 20 other public schools located in Estrella Village.
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