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Best Schools in Tonalea, Arizona

2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High

Public: 2
Districts: 2
Avg Rating: 6.2/10
Estimated Scores: 100%
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Use this page to compare every school in Tonalea by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

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Quality shifts by neighborhood

Schools just blocks apart can rate very differently — the map shows how ratings change across Tonalea.

Top-rated isn't always best value

The ranking flags schools that score higher than their students' poverty level predicts, and marks scores estimated from nearby data.

Your address sets your options

2 districts serve Tonalea; attendance zones decide which schools your child can enroll in.

Schools

2

in this city

Avg Score

6.2

out of 10

Median Home

$63,000

home value · ACS

Districts

2

serving the city

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.2/10

0% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$28,190

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$63,000

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
7%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
39 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
74%

Of occupied housing units

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 6.2 out of 10, schools in Tonalea 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 Tonalea is Tonalea Day School with a composite score of 6.2/10, 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.

Filter by ZIP: 86044 (2)

Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 141 students · Kindergarten–8th 6.2

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 27 students · 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

7%

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.

Schools by Level

State
Arizona
Elementary
1
High
1

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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 6.2 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

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 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.