Best Schools in Prescott Valley, Arizona
16 schools · 7 Elementary · 2 Middle · 4 High · 3 Other
Choosing a school in Prescott Valley?
Use this page to compare every school in Prescott Valley 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.
Coyote Springs Elementary School
Elementary · Humboldt Unified District (4469). Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Granville Elementary School
Elementary · Humboldt Unified District (4469). Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Acorn Montessori Charter School
Middle · Acorn Montessori Charter School (79437). Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Prescott Valley for 2026 are Coyote Springs Elementary School (8.8/10), Granville Elementary School (8.7/10), and Acorn Montessori Charter School (7.9/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 14 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
16
15 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$363,700
home value · ACS
Districts
6
serving the city
Schools
16
15 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$363,700
home value · ACS
Districts
6
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +23.8 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Prescott Valley schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Prescott Valley
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (Top 10 of 14 rated schools; 16 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coyote Springs Elementary School | 8.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Granville Elementary School | 8.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Acorn Montessori Charter School | 7.9 / 10 |
| 4 | Mountain View Elementary School | 7.3 / 10 |
| 5 | Prescott Valley School | 7.1 / 10 |
| 6 | Liberty Traditional School | 7.1 / 10 |
| 7 | Lake Valley Elementary School | 6.6 / 10 |
| 8 | Bradshaw Mountain Online Academy | 6.3 / 10 |
| 9 | Yavapai County High School | 6.2 / 10 |
| 10 | Bradshaw Mountain High School | 5.4 / 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
- 6.4/10
- Median household income
- $67,263
- Median home value
- $363,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 23%
- Avg commute
- 21 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 66%
44% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Prescott Valley compares
Arizona rank
#47 of 97
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.0
above Arizona avg (6.3)
Median household income
$67k
95% of Arizona median
Schools in this city
16
Humboldt Unified District (4469) runs 60% of Prescott Valley's public schools
Prescott Valley touches 6 districts, but Humboldt Unified District (4469) is the one most addresses actually attend.
Humboldt Unified District (4469) accounts for 9 of 15 public schools (60%). The other 5 districts hold the remaining 6.
Among 14 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 3.6 to 8.8 — the spread is inside Prescott Valley, not a citywide average.
- Humboldt Unified District (4469)9 public · 60%
- Acorn Montessori Charter School (79437)2 public · 13%
- Franklin Phonetic Primary School Inc. (4495)1 public · 7%
- Pace Preparatory Academy Inc. (79068)1 public · 7%
- Prescott Valley Charter School (88317)1 public · 7%
About Schools in Prescott Valley, Arizona
Prescott Valley's public school system spans 15 ranked schools, covering elementary through high school with an average score of 6.0 out of 10. That average sits in the middle tier nationally, but the distribution matters more than the mean: 4 schools — 27% of the ranked total — score 7 or above, giving families with school-age children genuine high-performing options within the city.
At the top of the field, Granville Elementary School leads all 15 ranked schools with a 7.8 score, making it the strongest academic option in Prescott Valley by the numbers. Liberty Traditional School follows at 7.7, giving elementary-age families two strong choices clustered near the ceiling. Both schools consistently outperform the city average by nearly two full points. Parents of younger children have the most concentrated access to high-scoring schools here — the top two performers are both elementary-level.
The high school picture is more varied but still competitive. Yavapai County High School (7.5) and PACE Preparatory Academy (7.4) both clear the 7-point threshold, ranking among the top four schools citywide. That means families don't face the common tradeoff of strong elementary options giving way to weaker secondary ones — the 7+ tier extends through graduation. Bradshaw Mountain Online Academy rounds out the top five at 6.9, offering a non-traditional pathway that still lands above the city average.
For parents comparing districts, Prescott Valley's 6.0 city average is the baseline to measure against, not the ceiling. Concentrating your search on the four schools above the 7-point line narrows the field to a manageable shortlist. Elementary families should prioritize Granville and Liberty Traditional as first looks. High school families have two strong in-district options and a viable online alternative. Arizona's open enrollment policies mean geographic boundaries aren't always final — verify current enrollment windows directly with the Yavapai County school district before committing to a neighborhood.
Elementary Schools
7 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 538 students · Kindergarten–6th | 8.8 |
| 2 | 513 students · Kindergarten–6th | 8.7 |
| 3 | 365 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.3 |
| 4 | 813 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.1 |
| 5 | 407 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.6 |
| 6 | 256 students · Kindergarten–3rd | 4.4 |
| 7 | 356 students · Kindergarten–8th | 3.6 |
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 278 students · 2nd–8th | 7.9 |
| 2 | 342 students · 7th–8th | 4.1 |
High Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 30 students · 9th–12th | 6.2 | ||
| 2 | 1,666 students · 9th–12th | 5.4 | ||
| 3 | 115 students · 9th–12th | 4.9 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Mingus Mountain AcademyPrivate 115 students · 6th–12th | Not Rated | ||
Other Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 426 students · Kindergarten–12th | 7.1 |
| 2 | 61 students · Kindergarten–12th | 6.3 |
| 3 | 95 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 5.2 |
Schools in Prescott Valley
Prescott Valley, Arizona · 16 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$67,263
Median Home Value
$363,700
Median Rent
$1,432/mo
Population
40,109
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
66%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
12.8%
Community Profile
Prescott Valley has a median household income of $67,263. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $363,700, with a median rent of $1,432/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.8%. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Arizona
- Elementary
- 7
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 4
- Other
- 3
Resources
School Districts (6)
Franklin Phonetic Primary School Inc. (4495)
1 school · 356 students
Yavapai Accommodation School District (79379)
2 schools · 86 students
Acorn Montessori Charter School (79437)
2 schools · 534 students
PACE Preparatory Academy Inc. (79068)
1 school · 115 students
Prescott Valley Charter School (88317)
1 school · 426 students
Humboldt Unified District (4469)
11 schools · 5,432 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 Prescott Valley, Arizona
How many schools are in Prescott Valley, Arizona?
Prescott Valley has 16 schools, including 15 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Prescott Valley, Arizona?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Prescott Valley is 6.4 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 Prescott Valley, Arizona?
The top-ranked school in Prescott Valley on MySchoolScout is Coyote Springs Elementary School with a composite score of 8.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Prescott Valley, Arizona?
The top-ranked elementary school in Prescott Valley on MySchoolScout is Coyote Springs Elementary School with a composite score of 8.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Prescott Valley, Arizona?
The top-ranked middle school in Prescott Valley on MySchoolScout is Acorn Montessori Charter School with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best high school in Prescott Valley, Arizona?
The top-ranked high school in Prescott Valley on MySchoolScout is Yavapai County High School with a composite score of 6.2/10.
How many school districts serve Prescott Valley, Arizona?
Prescott Valley is served by 6 school districts: Franklin Phonetic Primary School Inc. (4495), Yavapai Accommodation School District (79379), Acorn Montessori Charter School (79437), Pace Preparatory Academy Inc. (79068), Prescott Valley Charter School (88317), Humboldt Unified District (4469).
What is the education level in Prescott Valley, Arizona?
According to Census data, 23% of adults in Prescott Valley have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Prescott Valley, Arizona?
The median household income in Prescott Valley is approximately $67,263 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Prescott Valley, Arizona?
Yes, Prescott Valley has 1 private school alongside 15 public schools. The top-rated private school is Mingus Mountain Academy with a score of 8.2/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Prescott Valley, Arizona?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Prescott Valley is 21.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Prescott Valley, 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.