Excellent
#221 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 11% in state
Havasu Preparatory Academy
Elementary School · Kaizen Education Foundation dba Havasu Preparatory (90535)
7878 N 16TH ST STE 150, Phoenix, AZ 85020
Enrollment
197
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
197
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#221 of 2,006
In Phoenix
#54 of 422
public schools
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
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Havasu Preparatory Academy
Elementary School in Phoenix · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Havasu Preparatory Academy
Havasu Preparatory Academy is a public elementary school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Kaizen Education Foundation dba Havasu Preparatory (90535). Havasu Preparatory Academy serves approximately 197 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th. Havasu Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #221 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Havasu Preparatory Academy show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 197 students, Havasu Preparatory Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Havasu Preparatory Academy is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Havasu Preparatory Academy — Students at Havasu Preparatory Academy score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 24 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.1/10.
How Havasu Preparatory Academy Compares
See how Havasu Preparatory Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
7878 N 16TH ST STE 150, Phoenix, AZ 85020
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Havasu Preparatory Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chemehuevi Valley Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Needles), which scores notably higher. Another option is Blake Primary School (rated 9.3/10, 21.2 miles away, in nearby Parker), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Starline Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Lake Havasu City), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 22.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Thunderbolt Middle School Lake Havasu City | 0.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Oro Grande Classical Academy Lake Havasu City | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Starline Elementary School Lake Havasu City | 1.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Jamaica Elementary School Lake Havasu City | 2.3 mi | 7.2 |
| OUR LADY OF THE LAKE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lake Havasu City | 2.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Smoketree Elementary School Lake Havasu City | 2.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Telesis Preparatory Academy Lake Havasu City | 2.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Telesis Preparatory Lake Havasu City | 2.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Lake Havasu High School Lake Havasu City | 3.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Havasupai Elementary School Lake Havasu City | 4.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Havasuonline Lake Havasu City | 3.7 mi | 4.0 |
| WAVE-Central Campus Kingman | 4.0 mi | — |
| Nautilus Elementary School Lake Havasu City | 5.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Chemehuevi Valley Elementary Needles | 7.8 mi | 9.5 |
| Blake Primary School Parker | 21.2 mi | 9.3 |
| Parker Alternative School Parker | 21.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Parker High School Parker | 21.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Wallace Elementary School Parker | 21.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Wallace Jr High School Parker | 21.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Monument Peak Big River | 22.4 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85020 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$78,412
Median Home Value
$400,800
Median Rent
$1,389/mo
Population
33,934
College Educated
42.7%
Homeownership
54.1%
Avg Commute
22.2 min
Poverty Rate
11.3%
Median Age
43.9
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|---|---|
| Colonel Smith Middle School Fort Huachuca, AZ | 8.3 |
| Grand Canyon Elementary Grand Canyon Village, AZ | 8.3 |
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| Little Red Schoolhouse Nogales, AZ | 8.5 |
| Marshall Elementary School Tucson, AZ | 8.5 |
| Meyer Montessori Tempe, AZ | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Havasu Preparatory Academy
What grades does Havasu Preparatory Academy serve?
Havasu Preparatory Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Havasu Preparatory Academy?
Havasu Preparatory Academy has an enrollment of approximately 197 students.
How does Havasu Preparatory Academy rank in AZ?
Havasu Preparatory Academy ranks #221 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Havasu Preparatory Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Havasu Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Havasu Preparatory Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Havasu Preparatory Academy has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
Is Havasu Preparatory Academy a charter school?
Yes, Havasu Preparatory Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Havasu Preparatory Academy a Title I school?
No, Havasu Preparatory Academy is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 197
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Mohave County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.2%
- Phone
- (928) 854-4011
Resources & Links
District
Kaizen Education Foundation dba Havasu Preparatory (90535)- District Enrollment
- 197
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,129
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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