Best Schools in Ganado, Arizona
7 schools · 5 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Ganado by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Ganado High School
High · Ganado Unified School District (4157). Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Ganado Intermediate School
Elementary · Ganado Unified School District (4157). Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Ganado Middle School
Middle · Ganado Unified School District (4157). Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Ganado for 2026 are Ganado High School (6.8/10), Ganado Intermediate School (5.1/10), and Ganado Middle School (4.9/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
7
in this city
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$35,700
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Schools
7
in this city
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$35,700
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Ganado
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 7). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ganado High School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Ganado Intermediate School | 5.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Ganado Middle School | 4.9 / 10 |
| 4 | Ganado Primary School | 3.9 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.8/10
- Median household income
- $26,897
- Median home value
- $35,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 11%
- Avg commute
- 30 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 84%
29% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Ganado compares
Arizona rank
#68 of 95
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.5
below Arizona avg (6.3)
Median household income
$27k
38% of Arizona median
Schools in this city
7
About Schools in Ganado, Arizona
Ganado, Arizona is home to 7 schools, including 7 public schools. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.8 out of 10, schools in Ganado show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Ganado is Nazlini Community School with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Ganado is served by 4 school districts. These districts collectively serve 1,375 students.
Ganado's community shows 11% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $26,897. The poverty rate in the area is 41.3%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 55 students · Kindergarten–6th | 8.1 |
| 2 | 119 students · Kindergarten–6th | 8.1 |
| 3 | 194 students · 3rd–5th | 5.1 |
| 4 | 204 students · Pre-K–2nd | 3.9 |
| 5 | 110 students · Kindergarten–8th | 3.7 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 258 students · 6th–8th | 4.9 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 435 students · 9th–12th | 6.8 |
Schools in Ganado
Ganado, Arizona · 7 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$26,897
Median Home Value
$35,700
Median Rent
$526/mo
Population
6,978
College Educated
11%
Homeownership
84%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
41.3%
Community Profile
Ganado has a median household income of $26,897. It is a community where 11% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $35,700, with a median rent of $526/month. The area has a poverty rate of 41.3%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Arizona
- Elementary
- 5
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Ganado, Arizona
How many schools are in Ganado, Arizona?
Ganado has 7 schools, including 7 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Ganado, Arizona?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Ganado is 5.8 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Ganado, Arizona?
The top-ranked school in Ganado on MySchoolScout is Ganado High School with a composite score of 6.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Ganado, Arizona?
The top-ranked elementary school in Ganado on MySchoolScout is Ganado Intermediate School with a composite score of 5.1/10.
What is the best middle school in Ganado, Arizona?
The top-ranked middle school in Ganado on MySchoolScout is Ganado Middle School with a composite score of 4.9/10.
What is the best high school in Ganado, Arizona?
The top-ranked high school in Ganado on MySchoolScout is Ganado High School with a composite score of 6.8/10.
How many school districts serve Ganado, Arizona?
Ganado is served by 4 school districts: Ganado Unified School District (4157), Nazlini Community School, Kin Dah Lichi'i Olta, Greasewood Springs Community School Inc..
What is the education level in Ganado, Arizona?
According to Census data, 11% of adults in Ganado have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Ganado, Arizona?
The median household income in Ganado is approximately $26,897 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Ganado, Arizona?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Ganado is 16.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Ganado, Arizona?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Arizona Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.