Best Schools in Flagstaff, Arizona
29 schools · 16 Elementary · 2 Middle · 8 High · 3 Other
Choosing a school in Flagstaff?
Use this page to compare every school in Flagstaff by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Mountain School
Elementary · Mountain School Inc. (4203). Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Charles W Sechrist Elementary School
Elementary · Flagstaff Unified District (4192). Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Haven Montessori Charter School
Elementary · Haven Montessori Children's House Inc. (89951). Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Flagstaff for 2026 are Mountain School (8.8/10), Charles W Sechrist Elementary School (8.5/10), and Haven Montessori Charter School (8.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 27 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
29
27 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$530,467
home value · ACS
Districts
11
serving the city
Schools
29
27 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$530,467
home value · ACS
Districts
11
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Flagstaff
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (27 of 29). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mountain School | 8.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Charles W Sechrist Elementary School | 8.5 / 10 |
| 3 | Haven Montessori Charter School | 8.4 / 10 |
| 4 | Basis Flagstaff | 8.2 / 10 |
| 5 | Manuel Demiguel Elementary School | 8.1 / 10 |
| 6 | Pine Forest School | 7.5 / 10 |
| 7 | Sturgeon Cromer Elementary School | 7.5 / 10 |
| 8 | Northland Preparatory Academy | 7.3 / 10 |
| 9 | Star Charter School | 7.2 / 10 |
| 10 | Eva Marshall Elementary School | 6.9 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.5/10
- Median household income
- $73,774
- Median home value
- $530,467
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 53%
- Avg commute
- 19 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 52%
33% 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
#40 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 | 168 students · Kindergarten–6th | 8.8 |
| 2 | 429 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.5 |
| 3 | 81 students · Kindergarten–6th | 8.4 |
| 4 | 559 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.1 |
| 5 | 224 students · Kindergarten–8th | 7.5 |
| 6 | 378 students · Pre-K–6th | 7.5 |
| 7 | 106 students · Kindergarten–8th | 7.2 |
| 8 | 384 students · Pre-K–6th | 6.9 |
| 9 | 339 students · Kindergarten–8th | 6.5 |
| 10 | 430 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.1 |
Show all 16 elementary schools in Flagstaff
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 677 students · 6th–8th | 5.2 |
| 2 | 1,035 students · 6th–8th | 4.4 |
High Schools
8 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 645 students · 6th–12th | 7.3 |
| 2 | 1,625 students · 9th–12th | 6.8 |
| 3 | 76 students · 9th–12th | 6.7 |
| 4 | 95 students · 7th–12th | 6.6 |
| 5 | 1,506 students · 9th–12th | 6.3 |
| 6 | 200 students · 6th–12th | 5.3 |
| 7 | 16 students · 9th–12th | — |
| 8 | 22 students · 5th–12th | — |
Other Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 695 students · Kindergarten–12th | 8.2 | ||
| 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 | 6.0 | ||
| 2 | Flagstaff Christian School
Private
244 students · Kindergarten–12th | 5.4 | ||
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.
Schools by Level
- State
- Arizona
- Elementary
- 16
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 8
- Other
- 3
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
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently 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 6.5 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Flagstaff, Arizona?
The top-ranked school in Flagstaff on MySchoolScout is Mountain School with a composite score of 8.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Flagstaff, Arizona?
The top-ranked elementary school in Flagstaff on MySchoolScout is Mountain School with a composite score of 8.8/10.
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 5.2/10.
What is the best high school in Flagstaff, Arizona?
The top-ranked high school in Flagstaff on MySchoolScout is Northland Preparatory Academy with a composite score of 7.3/10.
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 6.0/10.
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 built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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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.