For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public middle schools serving 2,751 students in 86004, AZ.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 86004, AZ are Northland Preparatory Academy, Pine Forest School and Northern Arizona Distance Learning. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 86004 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Arizona public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 86004, AZ have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public middle school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 86004, AZ Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
Pine Forest School
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2257 E Cedar Ave
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
(928) 779-9880
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
(928) 779-9880
Gr: K-8 | 215 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
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.
Mount Elden Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3223 N 4th St
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
(928) 773-8250
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
(928) 773-8250
Gr: 6-8 | 678 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #55.
Sinagua Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3950 E Butler Ave
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
(928) 527-5500
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
(928) 527-5500
Gr: 6-8 | 1,013 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #66.
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: #77.
Star Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
145 Leupp Rd
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
(928) 415-4157
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
(928) 415-4157
Gr: K-8 | 94 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 86004, AZ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 86004, AZ include Northland Preparatory Academy, Pine Forest School and Northern Arizona Distance Learning.
How many public middle schools are located in 86004?
7 public middle schools are located in 86004.
What is the racial composition of students in 86004?
86004 public middle schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public middle schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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