Serving 145 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Havasu Preparatory Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 145 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Havasu Preparatory Academy's student population of 145 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
145 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
2011
School Calendar
School Rankings
Havasu Preparatory Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Havasu Preparatory Academy is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#820 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
29%
49%
Black
1%
6%
White
65%
33%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.6%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Havasu Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Havasu Preparatory Academy is ranked #820 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Havasu Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Havasu Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Jamaica Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Havasu Preparatory Academy?
145 students attend Havasu Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Havasu Preparatory Academy students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Havasu Preparatory Academy?
Havasu Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Havasu Preparatory Academy offer ?
Havasu Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Havasu Preparatory Academy part of?
Havasu Preparatory Academy is part of Kaizen Education Foundation DBA Havasu Preparatory (90535) School District.
In what neighborhood is Havasu Preparatory Academy located?
Havasu Preparatory Academy is located in the Estrella Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 20 other public schools located in Estrella Village.
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