Best Schools in Flagstaff, Arizona
29 schools · 16 Elementary · 2 Middle · 8 High · 3 Other
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.4/10
- Median household income
- $73,774
- Median home value
- $530,467
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 53%
- Avg commute
- 19 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 52%
44% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Flagstaff compares
Arizona rank
#42 of 95
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.2
above Arizona avg (6.3)
Median household income
$74k
104% of Arizona median
Schools in this city
27
About Schools in Flagstaff, Arizona
Flagstaff runs 25 ranked public schools with a city average of 6.6 out of 10. The distribution rewards close reading: 11 of 25 schools — 44% — score 7 or higher, meaning nearly half the city's public options clear a strong performance threshold. That concentration of high-scoring schools gives parents real choices across the city, and the range from top to bottom makes comparison between specific schools worthwhile.
The elementary tier drives Flagstaff's performance picture. Manuel DeMiguel Elementary tops all 25 ranked schools with a 9.2 — the highest single score in the city. Mountain School follows at 9.0, putting two top-tier elementary options on the map. Pine Forest School (8.2) and Eva Marshall Elementary (8.1) sit just behind them, and Flagstaff Junior Academy (7.8) rounds out a five-school cluster of high-performing elementaries. Parents searching at the K-6 level will find the strongest concentration of high-scoring options anywhere in the city's public school system.
The 6.6 city average signals a real performance spread. High-scoring schools pull that number up while lower-scoring schools bring it down — so school-to-school variation in Flagstaff is significant. The gap between the city average and the top-rated school is 2.6 points, a wide difference that makes school-by-school comparison essential before choosing a neighborhood. Which school serves a specific address matters more than the city-wide average alone.
For families prioritizing academics, the data makes the priority clear: all five of Flagstaff's top-ranked schools are elementary schools, and four of those five score 8.0 or higher. Manuel DeMiguel (9.2) and Mountain School (9.0) anchor the top tier. The 44% share of 7-plus schools gives Flagstaff a solid city-wide profile, but individual scores vary enough that ZIP code and school assignment should factor into any relocation or enrollment decision.
Elementary Schools
16 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 559 students · Pre-K–5th | 9.0 |
| 2 | 168 students · Kindergarten–6th | 8.4 |
| 3 | 224 students · Kindergarten–8th | 8.2 |
| 4 | 384 students · Pre-K–6th | 8.0 |
| 5 | 81 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.7 |
| 6 | 428 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.3 |
| 7 | 339 students · Kindergarten–8th | 7.1 |
| 8 | 181 students · Kindergarten–8th | 7.0 |
| 9 | 378 students · Pre-K–6th | 6.5 |
| 10 | 430 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.4 |
| 11 | 392 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.9 |
| 12 | 429 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.7 |
| 13 | 148 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.1 |
| 14 | 343 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.5 |
| 15 | 369 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.4 |
| 16 | 106 students · Kindergarten–8th | 3.5 |
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 677 students · 6th–8th | 7.1 |
| 2 | 1,035 students · 6th–8th | 4.7 |
High Schools
8 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 76 students · 9th–12th | 7.4 |
| 2 | 1,625 students · 9th–12th | 7.1 |
| 3 | 1,506 students · 9th–12th | 6.6 |
| 4 | 645 students · 6th–12th | 6.4 |
| 5 | 95 students · 7th–12th | 6.4 |
| 6 | 200 students · 6th–12th | 4.8 |
| 7 | 16 students · 9th–12th | — |
| 8 | 22 students · 5th–12th | — |
Other Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 695 students · Kindergarten–12th | 7.0 | ||
| Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | NORTHLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
Private
93 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | FLAGSTAFF CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
Private
244 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Flagstaff
Flagstaff, Arizona · 29 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 3 ZIP codes
Median Income
$73,774
Median Home Value
$530,467
Median Rent
$1,549/mo
Population
90,958
College Educated
53%
Homeownership
52%
Avg Commute
19 min
Poverty Rate
15.8%
Community Profile
Flagstaff has a median household income of $73,774. It is a well-educated community where 53% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $530,467, with a median rent of $1,549/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.8%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 19 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Quick Facts
- State
- Arizona
- Total Schools
- 29
- Elementary
- 16
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 8
- Districts
- 11
- Avg Rating
- 6.4/10
Resources
School Districts (11)
Pine Forest Education Association Inc. (4201)
1 school · 224 students
Flagstaff Arts And Leadership Academy (4202)
1 school · 200 students
Flagstaff Montessori (4205)
1 school · 181 students
Mountain School Inc. (4203)
1 school · 168 students
Northland Preparatory Academy (4204)
1 school · 645 students
Flagstaff Junior Academy (4207)
1 school · 339 students
Coconino County Accommodation School District (10386)
3 schools · 125 students
Painted Desert Demonstration Projects Inc. (79086)
1 school · 106 students
Haven Montessori Children's House Inc. (89951)
1 school · 81 students
BASIS Charter Schools Inc. (90862)
1 school · 695 students
Flagstaff Unified District (4192)
16 schools · 8,820 students
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How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
Read our full methodologyFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Flagstaff, Arizona
How many schools are in Flagstaff, Arizona?
Flagstaff has 29 schools, including 27 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Flagstaff, Arizona?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Flagstaff is 6.4 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.
What is the top-ranked school in Flagstaff, Arizona?
The top-ranked school in Flagstaff on MySchoolScout is Manuel Demiguel Elementary School with a composite score of 9.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Flagstaff, Arizona?
The top-ranked elementary school in Flagstaff on MySchoolScout is Manuel Demiguel Elementary School with a composite score of 9.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Flagstaff, Arizona?
The top-ranked middle school in Flagstaff on MySchoolScout is Mount Elden Middle School with a composite score of 7.1/10.
What is the best high school in Flagstaff, Arizona?
The top-ranked high school in Flagstaff on MySchoolScout is Ponderosa High School with a composite score of 7.4/10.
How many school districts serve Flagstaff, Arizona?
Flagstaff is served by 11 school districts: Pine Forest Education Association Inc. (4201), Flagstaff Arts and Leadership Academy (4202), Flagstaff Montessori (4205), Mountain School Inc. (4203), Northland Preparatory Academy (4204), Flagstaff Junior Academy (4207), Coconino County Accommodation School District (10386), Painted Desert Demonstration Projects Inc. (79086), Haven Montessori Children's House Inc. (89951), Basis Charter Schools Inc. (90862), Flagstaff Unified District (4192).
What is the education level in Flagstaff, Arizona?
According to Census data, 53% of adults in Flagstaff have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Flagstaff, Arizona?
The median household income in Flagstaff is approximately $73,774 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Flagstaff, Arizona?
Yes, Flagstaff has 2 private schools alongside 27 public schools. The top-rated private school is Northland Christian School with a score of 6.1/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Flagstaff, Arizona?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Flagstaff is 14.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Flagstaff, Arizona?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Arizona Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.