For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public high schools serving 4,771 students in Flagstaff, AZ.
The top-ranked public high schools in Flagstaff, AZ are Basis Flagstaff, Northland Preparatory Academy and Northern Arizona Distance Learning. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Flagstaff, AZ public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Arizona public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 45% statewide average). High schools in Flagstaff have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arizona public high schools.
Flagstaff, AZ public high school have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is more than the Arizona average of 78%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Northland Preparatory Academy, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arizona or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Flagstaff, AZ (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Basis Flagstaff
Charter School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1700 N Gemini Dr
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
(928) 774-5502
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
(928) 774-5502
Gr: K-12 | 666 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
Northland Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3300 W. Sparrow Ave.
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
(928) 214-8776
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
(928) 214-8776
Gr: 6-12 | 637 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #33.
Northern Arizona Distance Learning
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4000 N Cummings St
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
(928) 527-6021
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
(928) 527-6021
Gr: 5-12 | 33 students Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #44.
Flagstaff High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
400 W Elm Ave
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
(928) 773-8100
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
(928) 773-8100
Gr: 9-12 | 1,631 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #55.
Ponderosa High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2384 N. Steves Blvd.
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
(928) 526-5570
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
(928) 526-5570
Gr: 9-12 | 85 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #66.
Coconino High School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2801 N Izabel St
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
(928) 773-8200
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
(928) 773-8200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,444 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #77.
Flagstaff Arts And Leadership Academy
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3401 N Fort Valley Rd
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
(928) 779-7223
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
(928) 779-7223
Gr: 6-12 | 174 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #88.
Summit High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4000 N Cummings St
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
(928) 773-8198
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
(928) 773-8198
Gr: 7-12 | 81 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: n/an/a
2384 N. Steves Blvd.
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
(928) 526-5570
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
(928) 526-5570
Gr: 9-12 | 20 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Flagstaff, AZ?
The top-ranked public high schools in Flagstaff, AZ include Basis Flagstaff, Northland Preparatory Academy and Northern Arizona Distance Learning.
How many public high schools are located in Flagstaff?
9 public high schools are located in Flagstaff.
What is the racial composition of students in Flagstaff?
Flagstaff public high schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Flagstaff are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Flagstaff include: Coconino High School vs. Flagstaff High School, Flagstaff High School vs. Coconino High School, Northland Preparatory Academy vs. Basis Flagstaff
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