Very Good
#732 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 36% in state
Canyon De Chelly Elementary School
Elementary School · Chinle Unified District (4158)
PO BOX 587, Chinle, AZ 86503
Enrollment
257
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
257
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#732 of 2,006
In Chinle
#5 of 8
public schools
In district
#5 of 7
Chinle Unified District (4158)
Academic growth
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Canyon De Chelly Elementary School
Elementary School in Chinle · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Canyon De Chelly Elementary School
Canyon De Chelly Elementary School is a public elementary school in Chinle, AZ, part of Chinle Unified District (4158). Canyon De Chelly Elementary School serves approximately 257 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Canyon De Chelly Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #732 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Canyon De Chelly Elementary School show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 7.7
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Canyon De Chelly Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Canyon De Chelly Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
97% of students at Canyon De Chelly Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Canyon De Chelly Elementary School — Students at Canyon De Chelly Elementary School score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 13%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 24 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.6/10.
How Canyon De Chelly Elementary School Compares
See how Canyon De Chelly Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 587, Chinle, AZ 86503
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Canyon De Chelly Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chinle Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Tsaile Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 23.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Black Mesa Community School (rated 8.2/10, 29.4 miles away, in nearby Pinon), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chinle, see our Chinle schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 34.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mesa View Elementary Chinle | 0.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Chinle Junior High School Chinle | 0.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Chinle Elementary School Chinle | 0.3 mi | 8.9 |
| Chinle High School Chinle | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Many Farms Elementary School Chinle | 13.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Many Farms Community School Many Farms | 13.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Many Farms High School Many Farms | 13.7 mi | — |
| Nazlini Community School Ganado | 19.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Cottonwood Day School Chinle | 18.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Round Rock Elementary School Round Rock | 25.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Rough Rock Community School Chinle | 24.1 mi | — |
| Tsaile Elementary School Chinle | 23.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Ganado High School Ganado | 27.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Lukachukai Community School Lukachukai | 26.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Ganado Intermediate School Ganado | 30.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Ganado Primary School Ganado | 30.6 mi | 3.9 |
| Ganado Middle School Ganado | 30.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Kin Dah Lichi'i Olta Ganado | 30.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Black Mesa Community School Pinon | 29.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Cove Day School Red Valley | 34.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 86503 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$30,313
Median Home Value
$39,500
Median Rent
$523/mo
Population
10,122
College Educated
13.2%
Homeownership
73%
Poverty Rate
36.7%
Median Age
35.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Canyon De Chelly Elementary School
What grades does Canyon De Chelly Elementary School serve?
Canyon De Chelly Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Canyon De Chelly Elementary School?
Canyon De Chelly Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 257 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Canyon De Chelly Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Canyon De Chelly Elementary School is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Canyon De Chelly Elementary School rank in AZ?
Canyon De Chelly Elementary School ranks #732 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Canyon De Chelly Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Canyon De Chelly Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Canyon De Chelly Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Canyon De Chelly Elementary School has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Canyon De Chelly Elementary School a charter school?
No, Canyon De Chelly Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Canyon De Chelly Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Canyon De Chelly Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 257
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Apache County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 96.5%
- Phone
- (928) 674-9200
Resources & Links
District
Chinle Unified District (4158)- District Enrollment
- 3,026
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,007
- District Rank
- #5 of 7
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