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#1245 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Nautilus Elementary School
Elementary School · Lake Havasu Unified District (4368)
1425 PATRICIAN DR, Lake Havasu City, AZ 86404
Enrollment
303
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
303
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,245 of 2,006
In Lake Havasu City
#7 of 11
public schools
In district
#5 of 9
Lake Havasu Unified District (4368)
Academic performance
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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About Nautilus Elementary School
Nautilus Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lake Havasu City, AZ, part of Lake Havasu Unified District (4368). Nautilus Elementary School serves approximately 303 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Nautilus Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,245 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Nautilus Elementary School show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at Nautilus Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Nautilus Elementary School — Students at Nautilus Elementary School score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 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: 4.3/10.
How Nautilus Elementary School Compares
See how Nautilus Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1425 PATRICIAN DR, Lake Havasu City, AZ 86404
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Nautilus Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chemehuevi Valley Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Needles), which scores notably higher. Another option is Blake Primary School (rated 9.3/10, 25.4 miles away, in nearby Parker), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Havasu Preparatory Academy (rated 8.4/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Phoenix), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lake Havasu City, see our Lake Havasu City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 26.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Havasuonline Lake Havasu City | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Havasupai Elementary School Lake Havasu City | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Lake Havasu High School Lake Havasu City | 2.1 mi | 5.2 |
| WAVE-Central Campus Kingman | 2.4 mi | — |
| Telesis Preparatory Academy Lake Havasu City | 2.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Telesis Preparatory Lake Havasu City | 2.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Smoketree Elementary School Lake Havasu City | 2.4 mi | 6.0 |
| OUR LADY OF THE LAKE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lake Havasu City | 3.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Starline Elementary School Lake Havasu City | 3.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Jamaica Elementary School Lake Havasu City | 3.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Chemehuevi Valley Elementary Needles | 3.7 mi | 9.5 |
| Thunderbolt Middle School Lake Havasu City | 4.4 mi | 3.9 |
| Havasu Preparatory Academy Phoenix | 5.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Oro Grande Classical Academy Lake Havasu City | 5.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Topock Elementary School Topock | 19.3 mi | 6.5 |
| NotYourRegularChurch Needles | 22.7 mi | — |
| Blake Primary School Parker | 25.4 mi | 9.3 |
| Parker Alternative School Parker | 25.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Monument Peak Big River | 25.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Parker High School Parker | 26.0 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 86404 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,528
Median Home Value
$421,300
Median Rent
$1,352/mo
Population
18,866
College Educated
18.5%
Homeownership
82.4%
Avg Commute
15.4 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
60.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Nautilus Elementary School
What grades does Nautilus Elementary School serve?
Nautilus Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Nautilus Elementary School?
Nautilus Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 303 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Nautilus Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Nautilus Elementary School is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Nautilus Elementary School rank in AZ?
Nautilus Elementary School ranks #1,245 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Nautilus Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Nautilus Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Nautilus Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Nautilus Elementary School has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Nautilus Elementary School a charter school?
No, Nautilus Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Nautilus Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Nautilus Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 303
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Mohave County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.3%
- Phone
- (928) 505-6060
Resources & Links
District
Lake Havasu Unified District (4368)- District Enrollment
- 5,205
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $8,884
- District Rank
- #5 of 9
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