Very Good
#523 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 26% in state
Telesis Preparatory
Elementary School · Telesis Center for Learning Inc. (79218)
2598 STARLITE LN, Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403
Enrollment
292
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
292
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#523 of 2,006
In Lake Havasu City
#3 of 11
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
Telesis Center for Learning Inc. (79218)
Academic growth
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Telesis Preparatory
Elementary School in Lake Havasu City · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Telesis Preparatory
Telesis Preparatory is a public elementary school in Lake Havasu City, AZ, part of Telesis Center for Learning Inc. (79218). Telesis Preparatory serves approximately 292 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th. Telesis Preparatory has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #523 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Telesis Preparatory show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Telesis Preparatory 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.
41% of students at Telesis Preparatory 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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Telesis Preparatory — Students at Telesis Preparatory score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 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: 8.5/10.
How Telesis Preparatory Compares
See how Telesis Preparatory performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
2598 STARLITE LN, Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Telesis Preparatory may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chemehuevi Valley Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Needles), which scores notably higher. Another option is Blake Primary School (rated 9.3/10, 23.6 miles away, in nearby Parker), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Havasu Preparatory Academy (rated 8.4/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Phoenix), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lake Havasu City, see our Lake Havasu City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 24.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Telesis Preparatory Academy Lake Havasu City | 0.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Lake Havasu High School Lake Havasu City | 0.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Smoketree Elementary School Lake Havasu City | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Havasuonline Lake Havasu City | 0.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Havasupai Elementary School Lake Havasu City | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Starline Elementary School Lake Havasu City | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| OUR LADY OF THE LAKE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lake Havasu City | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Jamaica Elementary School Lake Havasu City | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Thunderbolt Middle School Lake Havasu City | 2.1 mi | 3.9 |
| WAVE-Central Campus Kingman | 2.0 mi | — |
| Nautilus Elementary School Lake Havasu City | 2.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Havasu Preparatory Academy Phoenix | 2.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Oro Grande Classical Academy Lake Havasu City | 3.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Chemehuevi Valley Elementary Needles | 5.3 mi | 9.5 |
| Topock Elementary School Topock | 21.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Blake Primary School Parker | 23.6 mi | 9.3 |
| Parker Alternative School Parker | 23.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Parker High School Parker | 24.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Wallace Elementary School Parker | 24.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Wallace Jr High School Parker | 24.3 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 86403 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,531
Median Home Value
$313,300
Median Rent
$1,152/mo
Population
18,399
College Educated
17.8%
Homeownership
63.7%
Poverty Rate
17.2%
Median Age
50.9
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arizona Autism Charter School West Valley Campus Phoenix, AZ | 7.5 |
| Camp Mohave Elementary School Fort Mohave, AZ | 7.5 |
| Mayer Elementary School Mayer, AZ | 7.5 |
| Pine Forest School Flagstaff, AZ | 7.5 |
| Pueblo Del Sol Elementary School Sierra Vista, AZ | 7.5 |
| Sturgeon Cromer Elementary School Flagstaff, AZ | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Telesis Preparatory
What grades does Telesis Preparatory serve?
Telesis Preparatory serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Telesis Preparatory?
Telesis Preparatory has an enrollment of approximately 292 students.
How does Telesis Preparatory rank in AZ?
Telesis Preparatory ranks #523 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Telesis Preparatory's MySchoolScout rating?
Telesis Preparatory has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Telesis Preparatory?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Telesis Preparatory has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).
Is Telesis Preparatory a charter school?
Yes, Telesis Preparatory is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Telesis Preparatory a Title I school?
No, Telesis Preparatory is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 292
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Mohave County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.8%
- Phone
- (928) 855-8661
Resources & Links
District
Telesis Center for Learning Inc. (79218)- District Enrollment
- 352
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,175
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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