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Best Laveen Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 12,801 students in Laveen, AZ (there are 2 private schools, serving 16 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in Laveen, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in Laveen, AZ are Vista Del Sur Accelerated, Paseo Pointe Dual Language Academy and Laveen Online Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Laveen, AZ public schools have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Laveen have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Laveen, AZ (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Vista Del Sur Accelerated
(Math: 74% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
3908 W South Mountain Rd
Laveen, AZ 85339
(602) 237-3046
Gr: PK-8 | 893 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #22.
Paseo Pointe Dual Language Academy
(Math: 36% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
8800 S 55th Ave
Laveen, AZ 85339
(602) 304-2040
Gr: PK-8 | 988 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #33.
Laveen Online Academy
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
5400 W Carver Rd
Laveen, AZ 85339
(602) 605-8550
Gr: K-8
Rank: #44.
Estrella Foothills Global Academy
(Math: 26% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
5400 W Carver Rd
Laveen, AZ 85339
(602) 304-2050
Gr: PK-8 | 984 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #55.
Rogers Ranch Stem Academy
(Math: 28% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
6735 S 47th Ave
Laveen, AZ 85339
(602) 304-2030
Gr: K-8 | 997 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #66.
Desert Meadows Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
6855 W Meadows Loop E
Laveen, AZ 85339
(602) 304-2020
Gr: PK-8 | 1,020 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #77.
Laveen Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
4141 W Mcneil St
Laveen, AZ 85339
(602) 237-9110
Gr: PK-8 | 894 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #88.
Betty Fairfax High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
8225 S 59th Ave
Laveen, AZ 85339
(602) 764-9000
Gr: 9-12 | 2,014 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #99.
Country Gardens Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
6313 W Southern Ave
Laveen, AZ 85339
(623) 900-2230
Gr: K-12 | 268 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #1010.
Trailside Point Performing Arts Academy
(Math: 18% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
7275 W Vineyard Rd
Laveen, AZ 85339
(602) 605-8540
Gr: K-8 | 863 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #1111.
Cheatham Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
4725 W South Mountain Rd
Laveen, AZ 85339
(602) 237-7040
Gr: PK-8 | 758 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #1212.
Cesar Chavez High School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
3921 W Baseline Rd
Laveen, AZ 85339
(602) 764-4000
Gr: 9-12 | 2,598 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1313.
Riverbend Prep
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
5625 S 51st Ave
Laveen, AZ 85339
(602) 285-3003
Gr: K-8 | 205 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: n/an/a
Gila Crossing Community School
4665 W Pecos Road
Laveen, AZ 85339
(520) 550-4834
Gr: K-8 | 319 students Student-teacher ratio: 46:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Laveen, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in Laveen, AZ include Vista Del Sur Accelerated, Paseo Pointe Dual Language Academy and Laveen Online Academy.
How many public schools are located in Laveen?
14 public schools are located in Laveen.
What percentage of students in Laveen go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in Laveen are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in Laveen?
Laveen public schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Laveen are often viewed compared to one another?

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