For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 971 students in 86303, AZ (there are 2 private schools, serving 195 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 86303, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 86303, AZ are Lincoln Elementary School, Skyview School and Prescott Mile High Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 86303 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 86303, AZ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 86303, AZ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
201 Park Ave
Prescott, AZ 86303
(928) 717-3249
Prescott, AZ 86303
(928) 717-3249
Gr: K-5 | 275 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Skyview School
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
125 S Rush St
Prescott, AZ 86303
(928) 776-1730
Prescott, AZ 86303
(928) 776-1730
Gr: K-8 | 214 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #33.
Prescott Mile High Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
300 S Granite St
Prescott, AZ 86303
(928) 717-3241
Prescott, AZ 86303
(928) 717-3241
Gr: 6-8 | 482 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 86303, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 86303, AZ include Lincoln Elementary School, Skyview School and Prescott Mile High Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 86303?
3 public schools are located in 86303.
What percentage of students in 86303 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 86303 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 86303?
86303 public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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