7.8 avg / 10

Best Schools in Tonalea, Arizona

2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 2

Districts: 2

Avg Rating: 7.8/10

Estimated Scores: 100%

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 7.8/10
Median household income: $28,190
Median home value: $63,000
Bachelor's degree or higher: 7%
Avg commute: 39 min
Owner-occupied homes: 74%

How Tonalea compares

Median household income

$28k

40% of Arizona median

About Schools in Tonalea, Arizona

Tonalea, Arizona is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 7.8 out of 10, schools in Tonalea perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Tonalea is Tonalea Day School with a composite score of 7.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Tonalea is served by 2 school districts: San Juan District, Tonalea Day School. These districts collectively serve 3,091 students.

Tonalea's community shows 7% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $28,190. The poverty rate in the area is 44.8%.

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.

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Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Tonalea Day School 141 students · Kindergarten–8th	141	Kindergarten–8th	7.8

High Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Navajo Mountain High 27 students · 9th–12th	27	9th–12th	—

Schools in Tonalea

Tonalea, Arizona · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$28,190

Median Home Value

$63,000

Median Rent

$715/mo

Population

3,090

College Educated

Homeownership

74%

Avg Commute

39 min

Poverty Rate

44.8%

Community Profile

Tonalea has a median household income of $28,190. It is a community where 7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $63,000, with a median rent of $715/month. The area has a poverty rate of 44.8%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute in the area is 39 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Arizona
Total Schools: 2
Elementary: 1
High: 1
Districts: 2
Avg Rating: 7.8/10

Resources

🔍 Google "Tonalea schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Tonalea 📊 Niche Tonalea Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools

School Districts (2)

San Juan District

12 schools · 2,950 students

Tonalea Day School

1 school · 141 students

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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Tonalea, Arizona

How many schools are in Tonalea, Arizona?

Tonalea has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Tonalea, Arizona?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Tonalea is 7.8 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Tonalea, Arizona?

The top-ranked school in Tonalea on MySchoolScout is Tonalea Day School with a composite score of 7.8/10.

What is the best elementary school in Tonalea, Arizona?

The top-ranked elementary school in Tonalea on MySchoolScout is Tonalea Day School with a composite score of 7.8/10.

How many school districts serve Tonalea, Arizona?

Tonalea is served by 2 school districts: San Juan District, Tonalea Day School.

What is the education level in Tonalea, Arizona?

According to Census data, 7% of adults in Tonalea have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Tonalea, Arizona?

The median household income in Tonalea is approximately $28,190 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Tonalea, Arizona?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Tonalea is 12.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Tonalea, 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.