Best Schools in Kayenta, Arizona
6 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Kayenta by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Baker Middle School
Middle · Kayenta Unified School District #27 (4396). Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Monument Valley High School
High · Kayenta Unified School District #27 (4396). Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Debbie Braff Elementary School
Elementary · Kayenta Unified School District #27 (4396). Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Kayenta for 2026 are Baker Middle School (6.6/10), Monument Valley High School (5.8/10), and Debbie Braff Elementary School (5.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 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
6
in this city
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$38,300
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
6
in this city
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$38,300
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Kayenta
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 6). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Baker Middle School | 6.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Monument Valley High School | 5.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Debbie Braff Elementary School | 5.3 / 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
- 6.8/10
- Median household income
- $47,973
- Median home value
- $38,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 16%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 65%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Kayenta compares
Arizona rank
#24 of 95
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.6
above Arizona avg (6.3)
Median household income
$48k
67% of Arizona median
Schools in this city
6
About Schools in Kayenta, Arizona
Kayenta, Arizona is home to 6 schools, including 6 public schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.8 out of 10, schools in Kayenta 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 Kayenta is K.u.s.d.#27 - a B C Preschool with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Kayenta is served by 3 school districts: Kayenta Unified School District #27 (4396), Chilchinbeto Community School, Kayenta Community School. These districts collectively serve 2,008 students.
Kayenta's community shows 16% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $47,973. The poverty rate in the area is 31.9%.
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
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 41 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | 8.1 |
| 2 | 76 students · Kindergarten–8th | 8.1 |
| 3 | 321 students · Kindergarten–8th | 7.1 |
| 4 | 458 students · Pre-K–4th | 5.3 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 444 students · 5th–8th | 6.6 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 668 students · 9th–12th | 5.8 |
Schools in Kayenta
Kayenta, Arizona · 6 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$47,973
Median Home Value
$38,300
Median Rent
$738/mo
Population
8,245
College Educated
16%
Homeownership
65%
Poverty Rate
31.9%
Community Profile
Kayenta has a median household income of $47,973. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $38,300, with a median rent of $738/month. The area has a poverty rate of 31.9%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Arizona
- Elementary
- 4
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Kayenta, Arizona
How many schools are in Kayenta, Arizona?
Kayenta has 6 schools, including 6 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Kayenta, Arizona?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Kayenta is 6.8 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 Kayenta, Arizona?
The top-ranked school in Kayenta on MySchoolScout is Baker Middle School with a composite score of 6.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Kayenta, Arizona?
The top-ranked elementary school in Kayenta on MySchoolScout is Debbie Braff Elementary School with a composite score of 5.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Kayenta, Arizona?
The top-ranked middle school in Kayenta on MySchoolScout is Baker Middle School with a composite score of 6.6/10.
What is the best high school in Kayenta, Arizona?
The top-ranked high school in Kayenta on MySchoolScout is Monument Valley High School with a composite score of 5.8/10.
How many school districts serve Kayenta, Arizona?
Kayenta is served by 3 school districts: Kayenta Unified School District #27 (4396), Chilchinbeto Community School, Kayenta Community School.
What is the education level in Kayenta, Arizona?
According to Census data, 16% of adults in Kayenta have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Kayenta, Arizona?
The median household income in Kayenta is approximately $47,973 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Kayenta, Arizona?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Kayenta is 14.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Kayenta, 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.