For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 912 students in Sedona, AZ (there are 2 private schools, serving 130 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in Sedona, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in Sedona, AZ are Red Rock Academy, Vacte - Yavapai College Sedona Center and Sedona Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Sedona, AZ public schools have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Arizona public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Sedona have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Sedona, AZ (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Red Rock Academy
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
995 Upper Red Rock Loop Rd
Sedona, AZ 86336
(928) 204-6722
Sedona, AZ 86336
(928) 204-6722
Grades: K-12
| 10 students
Rank: #22.
Vacte - Yavapai College Sedona Center
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4215 Arts Village Dr
Sedona, AZ 86336
(928) 649-4266
Sedona, AZ 86336
(928) 649-4266
Grades: 9-12
| 1 students
Rank: #33.
Sedona Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
165 Kachina Dr
Sedona, AZ 86336
(928) 204-6464
Sedona, AZ 86336
(928) 204-6464
Grades: K-8
| 163 students
Rank: #44.
Vacte - Sedona-oak Creek Joint Unified School District
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 30-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
995 Upper Red Rock Loop Rd
Sedona, AZ 86336
(928) 634-7131
Sedona, AZ 86336
(928) 634-7131
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: #55.
West Sedona Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
570 Posse Ground Rd
Sedona, AZ 86336
(928) 204-6600
Sedona, AZ 86336
(928) 204-6600
Grades: PK-6
| 256 students
Rank: #66.
Sedona Red Rock Junior/senior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
995 Upper Red Rock Loop Rd
Sedona, AZ 86336
(928) 204-6800
Sedona, AZ 86336
(928) 204-6800
Grades: 6-12
| 482 students
Sedona, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
25 West Saddlehorn Rd
Sedona, AZ 86351
(928) 604-6500
Sedona, AZ 86351
(928) 604-6500
Grades: PK-6
| 193 students
Juniper Canyon Alternative High School (Closed 2005)
Charter School
995 Upper Red Rock Loop Rd
Sedona, AZ 86336
(928) 204-6763
Sedona, AZ 86336
(928) 204-6763
Grades: 9-12
| 7 students
221 Brewer Road
Sedona, AZ 86336
(928) 204-6821
Sedona, AZ 86336
(928) 204-6821
Grades: PK
| n/a students
Terra Rosa Charter School (Closed 2006)
Charter School
45 Birch Blvd.
Sedona, AZ 86336
(928) 204-1178
Sedona, AZ 86336
(928) 204-1178
Grades: K-7
| 35 students
West Sedona Montessori Class Charter (Closed 2005)
Charter School
570 Posse Ground Rd
Sedona, AZ 86336
(928) 204-6600
Sedona, AZ 86336
(928) 204-6600
Grades: K-6
| 48 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Sedona, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in Sedona, AZ include Red Rock Academy, Vacte - Yavapai College Sedona Center and Sedona Charter School.
How many public schools are located in Sedona?
6 public schools are located in Sedona.
What percentage of students in Sedona go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in Sedona are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in Sedona?
Sedona public schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Recent Articles
College Application Requirement for High School Graduation? DC Weighs Possibility
The article discusses a proposal in Washington D.C. to make college applications a requirement for high school graduation. It examines the potential benefits and drawbacks of such a policy, including its impact on graduation rates and college attendance. The piece also considers similar initiatives in other states and the debate surrounding this approach
Bribing Students to Get Good Grades: The Debate
This piece explores the controversial practice of offering monetary rewards to students for good grades. It examines studies conducted in various cities, discussing the effectiveness of such programs and the ethical concerns they raise. The article presents arguments from both supporters and critics of this approach to student motivation.
September 27, 2024
Understanding RubricsThis article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.