- Nautilus Elementary School — 5.5 mi · Grades PK–6 · 345 students
- Havasupai Elementary School — 5.6 mi · Grades K–6 · 324 students
- Lake Havasu High School — 6.6 mi · Grades 9–12 · 1,523 students
- Havasuonline — 6.6 mi · Grades 6–12 · 339 students
- Jamaica Elementary School — 6.9 mi · Grades K–6 · 424 students
- Smoketree Elementary School — 7.3 mi · Grades PK–6 · 543 students
- Starline Elementary School — 7.3 mi · Grades K–6 · 629 students
- Thunderbolt Middle School — 8.4 mi · Grades 7–8 · 734 students
| Metric | Lake Havasu Unified District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 5,478 | 3,544 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 9 | 7 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $10,220/yr | $17,619/yr | ↓ 42% below avg |
| District Type | — | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Havasu Unified District (this district) | 6/10 | 59th | 5,478 |
| Colorado River Union High School District | 2/10 | 18th | 1,906 |
| Yucca Elementary District | Not rated | — | 38 |
| Kingman Unified School District | 4/10 | 33rd | 7,178 |
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Ranked against 492 rated districts in AZ → 59th percentile → 6/10.
Source: Arizona Dept. of Education AASA/ACT/MSAA combined assessments, Percent Passing, 2025. Full methodology →
About Lake Havasu Unified District
Lake Havasu Unified District is the public school district assigned to zip code 86404 in Lake Havasu City, Arizona. Serving students from Pre-K–12th, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 86404. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Lake Havasu Unified District 6 out of 10 — average among Arizona public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Arizona’s AASA/ACT/MSAA combined assessments (2025 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Arizona is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Lake Havasu Unified District falls near the middle of Arizona on state assessment results, with reading and math proficiency close to the state median. Average-rated districts provide foundational public education, and many families find they deliver solid day-to-day learning — particularly when parents stay engaged. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 86404
Children in zip code 86404 are assigned to Lake Havasu Unified District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K–12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 86404, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Lake Havasu Unified District at the number listed on the district website or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Arizona districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Lake Havasu City
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Lake Havasu Unified District serves zip code 86404, homes in and around zip code 86404 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Arizona, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Lake Havasu Unified District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 86404.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments and phone numbers are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring; per-pupil spending comes from the US Census Bureau's Annual Survey of School System Finances, released about two years after the fiscal year it covers. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Lake Havasu Unified District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 86404 data.