Very Good
#759 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 38% in state
Based on limited data
Cottonwood Day School
Elementary School · Cottonwood Day School
Navajo Route 4, Chinle, AZ 86503
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on AZ statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
140
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
140
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#759 of 2,006
In Chinle
#6 of 8
public schools
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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Cottonwood Day School
Elementary School in Chinle · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Cottonwood Day School
Cottonwood Day School is a public elementary school in Chinle, AZ, part of Cottonwood Day School. Cottonwood Day School serves approximately 140 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Cottonwood Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #759 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 140 students, Cottonwood Day School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Cottonwood Day 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.
74% of students at Cottonwood Day 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Cottonwood Day School Compares
See how Cottonwood Day School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
Navajo Route 4, Chinle, AZ 86503
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cottonwood Day School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chinle Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 17.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Black Mesa Community School (rated 8.2/10, 20.8 miles away, in nearby Pinon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Pinon Community School (rated 8.1/10, 18.7 miles away, in nearby Pinon), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chinle, see our Chinle schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 29.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Jeehdeez'a Elementary School Pinon | 15.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Chinle Elementary School Chinle | 17.8 mi | 8.9 |
| Chinle Junior High School Chinle | 17.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Mesa View Elementary Chinle | 17.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Black Mesa Community School Pinon | 20.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Canyon De Chelly Elementary School Chinle | 18.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Chinle High School Chinle | 18.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Pinon Elementary School Pinon | 18.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Pinon Accelerated Middle School Pinon | 18.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Pinon High School Pinon | 18.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Pinon Community School Pinon | 18.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Rough Rock Community School Chinle | 23.5 mi | — |
| Many Farms Elementary School Chinle | 24.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Many Farms Community School Many Farms | 24.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Many Farms High School Many Farms | 24.3 mi | — |
| Jeddito School Keams Canyon | 25.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Keams Canyon Elementary School Keams Canyon | 24.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Ganado High School Ganado | 26.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Nazlini Community School Ganado | 27.4 mi | 8.1 |
| NATIVE - Hopi HS Keams Canyon | 29.3 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 Cottonwood Day School
What grades does Cottonwood Day School serve?
Cottonwood Day School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Cottonwood Day School?
Cottonwood Day School has an enrollment of approximately 140 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cottonwood Day School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cottonwood Day School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cottonwood Day School rank in AZ?
Cottonwood Day School ranks #759 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Cottonwood Day School's MySchoolScout rating?
Cottonwood Day 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.
Is Cottonwood Day School a charter school?
No, Cottonwood Day School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cottonwood Day School a Title I school?
No, Cottonwood Day School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cottonwood Day School?
97.9% of students at Cottonwood Day School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 140
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Apache County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 73.6%
- Phone
- (928) 725-3235
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