Best Schools in Kingman, Arizona
21 schools · 9 Elementary · 4 Middle · 8 High
Choosing a school in Kingman?
Use this page to compare every school in Kingman by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Kingman Academy of Learning - Intermediate School
Elementary · Kingman Academy of Learning (4383). Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Desert Willow Elementary School
Elementary · Kingman Unified School District (79598). Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Hualapai Elementary
Elementary · Kingman Unified School District (79598). Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Kingman for 2026 are Kingman Academy of Learning - Intermediate School (7.5/10), Desert Willow Elementary School (7.1/10), and Hualapai Elementary (6.9/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 13 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
21
20 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$209,600
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Schools
21
20 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$209,600
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +8.0 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Kingman schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Kingman
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (Top 10 of 13 rated schools; 21 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kingman Academy of Learning - Intermediate School | 7.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Desert Willow Elementary School | 7.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Hualapai Elementary | 6.9 / 10 |
| 4 | Kingman Academy of Learning - High School | 6.5 / 10 |
| 5 | Kingman Academy of Learning - Middle School | 5.7 / 10 |
| 6 | Lee Williams High School | 5.7 / 10 |
| 7 | Cerbat Elementary | 5.6 / 10 |
| 8 | White Cliffs Middle School | 5.5 / 10 |
| 9 | Kingman Middle School | 5.3 / 10 |
| 10 | La Senita Elementary | 4.7 / 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
- 5.6/10
- Median household income
- $56,293
- Median home value
- $209,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 16%
- Avg commute
- 22 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 71%
13% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Kingman compares
Arizona rank
#79 of 97
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.8
below Arizona avg (6.3)
Median household income
$56k
79% of Arizona median
Schools in this city
16
Kingman's public schools split across 4 districts
No single ISD owns Kingman. The public campuses divide among 4 districts.
The largest shares: Kingman Unified School District (79598) (11), Kingman Academy of Learning (4383) (4), Western Arizona Vocational District #50 (90123) (4).
Among 13 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 4.0 to 7.5 — the spread is inside Kingman, not a citywide average.
4 of the 20 public schools are charters (20%), so the district split is not the whole market.
- Kingman Unified School District (79598)11 public · 55%
- Kingman Academy of Learning (4383)4 public · 20%
- Western Arizona Vocational District #50 (90123)4 public · 20%
- Hackberry School District (4371)1 public · 5%
About Schools in Kingman, Arizona
Kingman, Arizona is home to 21 schools, including 20 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 9 elementary schools, 4 middle schools, and 8 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.6 out of 10, schools in Kingman show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Kingman is Kingman Academy of Learning - Intermediate School with a composite score of 7.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Kingman is served by 4 school districts. These districts collectively serve 8,669 students.
Kingman's community shows 16% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $56,293. The poverty rate in the area is 17.3%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
9 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 344 students · Kindergarten–8th | 7.5 | ||
| 2 | 486 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.1 | ||
| 3 | 780 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.9 | ||
| 4 | 309 students · Kindergarten–2nd | 5.9 | ||
| 5 | 706 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.6 | ||
| 6 | 199 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.7 | ||
| 7 | 803 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.3 | ||
| 8 | 48 students · Pre-K–8th | 3.7 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Emmanuel Christian AcademyPrivate 244 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 337 students · 6th–8th | 5.7 |
| 2 | 582 students · 6th–8th | 5.5 |
| 3 | 698 students · 6th–8th | 5.3 |
| 4 | 29 students · 6th–8th | — |
High Schools
8 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 358 students · 9th–12th | 6.5 |
| 2 | 1,083 students · 9th–12th | 5.7 |
| 3 | 276 students · 9th–12th | 4.3 |
| 4 | 919 students · 9th–12th | 4.0 |
| 5 | 1 students · 9th–12th | — |
| 6 | 1 students · 9th–12th | — |
| 7 | 7 students · 10th–12th | — |
| 8 | 1 students · 10th–12th | — |
Schools in Kingman
Kingman, Arizona · 21 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$56,293
Median Home Value
$209,600
Median Rent
$965/mo
Population
59,939
College Educated
16%
Homeownership
71%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
17.3%
Community Profile
Kingman has a median household income of $56,293. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $209,600, with a median rent of $965/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.3%. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Arizona
- Elementary
- 9
- Middle
- 4
- High
- 8
Resources
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Kingman, Arizona
How many schools are in Kingman, Arizona?
Kingman has 21 schools, including 20 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Kingman, Arizona?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Kingman is 5.6 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 Kingman, Arizona?
The top-ranked school in Kingman on MySchoolScout is Kingman Academy of Learning - Intermediate School with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Kingman, Arizona?
The top-ranked elementary school in Kingman on MySchoolScout is Kingman Academy of Learning - Intermediate School with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Kingman, Arizona?
The top-ranked middle school in Kingman on MySchoolScout is Kingman Academy of Learning - Middle School with a composite score of 5.7/10.
What is the best high school in Kingman, Arizona?
The top-ranked high school in Kingman on MySchoolScout is Kingman Academy of Learning - High School with a composite score of 6.5/10.
How many school districts serve Kingman, Arizona?
Kingman is served by 4 school districts: Kingman Academy of Learning (4383), Kingman Unified School District (79598), Western Arizona Vocational District #50 (90123), Hackberry School District (4371).
What is the education level in Kingman, Arizona?
According to Census data, 16% of adults in Kingman have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Kingman, Arizona?
The median household income in Kingman is approximately $56,293 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Kingman, Arizona?
Yes, Kingman has 1 private school alongside 20 public schools. The top-rated private school is Emmanuel Christian Academy with a score of 6.4/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Kingman, Arizona?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Kingman is 20.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Kingman, 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.