Serving 543 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Smoketree Elementary School 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 39% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 543 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Smoketree Elementary School serves the southwest part of Lake Havasu City, AZ, covering an area of approximately 10.9 square miles. Most students can expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Smoketree Elementary School's student population of 543 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
543 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Smoketree Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smoketree Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#719 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
44%
49%
Black
n/a
6%
White
52%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.6%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cougars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smoketree Elementary School's ranking?
Smoketree Elementary School is ranked #719 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Smoketree Elementary School often compared to?
Smoketree Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Starline Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Smoketree Elementary School?
543 students attend Smoketree Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Smoketree Elementary School students are White, 44% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Smoketree Elementary School?
Smoketree Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Smoketree Elementary School offer ?
Smoketree Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Smoketree Elementary School part of?
Smoketree Elementary School is part of Lake Havasu Unified District (4368).
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