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#1455 of 2,000 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
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
303
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Lake Havasu City
#6 of 11
public schools
Arizona elementary schools
#861 of 1,216
In district
#5 of 9
Lake Havasu Unified District (4368)
Academic performance
7.4 / 10
Strong
About Nautilus Elementary School
Nautilus Elementary School is a regular public elementary school located in Lake Havasu City, Arizona, in Mohave County. The school serves kindergarten through sixth grade and currently has 303 students, with a student-teacher ratio of 16.8:1. The school is situated in a small city, and its setting is within a neighborhood where the median household income is $63,125, and the median home value is $399,900.
Nautilus Elementary has a MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10, ranking it 690th out of 2029 schools in Arizona, which places it in the 66th percentile. Academically, the school has 34% of its students proficient or above in ELA/Reading and 40% proficient or above in Math. With these results, Nautilus Elementary is focusing on student development and academic growth.
The neighborhood around the school has a population of 18,280, with a poverty rate of 11.5% and 18% of residents holding a bachelor's degree or higher. Nautilus Elementary School is nestled in a community that values education and is supportive of local schools.
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%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
0.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 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: 3.8/10.
How Nautilus Elementary School Compares
See how Nautilus Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 57% (2019) to 40% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 49% (2019) to 34% (2022).
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 Monument Peak (rated 8.6/10, 25.9 miles away, in nearby Big River), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Topock Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 19.3 miles away, in nearby Topock), 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 | 4.7 |
| Havasupai Elementary School Lake Havasu City | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Lake Havasu High School Lake Havasu City | 2.1 mi | 5.7 |
| WAVE-Central Campus Kingman | 2.4 mi | — |
| Telesis Preparatory Academy Lake Havasu City | 2.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Telesis Preparatory Lake Havasu City | 2.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Smoketree Elementary School Lake Havasu City | 2.4 mi | 5.3 |
| OUR LADY OF THE LAKE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lake Havasu City | 3.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Starline Elementary School Lake Havasu City | 3.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Jamaica Elementary School Lake Havasu City | 3.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Chemehuevi Valley Elementary Needles | 3.7 mi | 9.5 |
| Thunderbolt Middle School Lake Havasu City | 4.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Havasu Preparatory Academy Phoenix | 5.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Oro Grande Classical Academy Lake Havasu City | 5.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Topock Elementary School Topock | 19.3 mi | 8.0 |
| NotYourRegularChurch Needles | 22.7 mi | — |
| Blake Primary School Parker | 25.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Parker Alternative School Parker | 25.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Monument Peak Big River | 25.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Parker High School Parker | 26.0 mi | 6.7 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Nautilus Elementary School has a median household income of $67,528. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $421,300, with a median rent of $1,352/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.3%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 15 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cesar E Chavez Community School Phoenix, AZ | 5.4 |
| QUEEN OF PEACE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mesa, AZ | 5.4 |
| San Marcos Elementary School Chandler, AZ | 5.4 |
| Copper Creek Elementary School Tucson, AZ | 5.5 |
| Drachman Primary Magnet School Tucson, AZ | 5.5 |
| John B Wright Elementary School Tucson, AZ | 5.5 |
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 is ranked #1455 out of 2,000 schools in AZ.
What is Nautilus Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Nautilus Elementary School has a composite rating of 5.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Nautilus Elementary School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Nautilus Elementary School has 49.3% math proficiency and 42.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
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
- City Safety
- High (1,753/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Lake Havasu City). Data >1 year old.
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
- Phone
- (928) 505-6060
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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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