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#812 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 40% in state
Ganado High School
High School · Ganado Unified School District (4157)
PO BOX 1757, Ganado, AZ 86505
Enrollment
435
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
6.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
435
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
6.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#812 of 2,006
In Ganado
#3 of 7
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
Ganado Unified School District (4157)
Academic growth
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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About Ganado High School
Ganado High School is a public high school in Ganado, AZ, part of Ganado Unified School District (4157). Ganado High School serves approximately 435 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Ganado High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #812 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Ganado High School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- AZ avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Ganado High 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.
Ganado High 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.
95% of students at Ganado High 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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Ganado High School — Students at Ganado High School score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 16%).
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: 7.4/10.
How Ganado High School Compares
See how Ganado High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
PO BOX 1757, Ganado, AZ 86505
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ganado High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Chinle Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 27.6 miles away, in nearby Chinle), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wide Ruins Community School (rated 8.2/10, 24.1 miles away, in nearby Chambers), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kin Dah Lichi'i Olta (rated 8.1/10, 12.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ganado, see our Ganado schools guide .
Nearby Schools
16 within 34.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ganado Middle School Ganado | 5.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Ganado Intermediate School Ganado | 6.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Ganado Primary School Ganado | 6.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Kin Dah Lichi'i Olta Ganado | 12.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Nazlini Community School Ganado | 14.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Greasewood Springs Community School Inc. Ganado | 20.1 mi | 3.7 |
| Wide Ruins Community School Chambers | 24.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Chinle Elementary School Chinle | 27.6 mi | 8.9 |
| Chinle Junior High School Chinle | 27.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Canyon De Chelly Elementary School Chinle | 27.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Mesa View Elementary Chinle | 27.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Chinle High School Chinle | 28.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Cottonwood Day School Chinle | 26.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Pine Springs Day School Houck | 31.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Jeehdeez'a Elementary School Pinon | 30.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Indian Wells Elementary Holbrook | 34.6 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 86505 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$26,897
Median Home Value
$35,700
Median Rent
$526/mo
Population
6,978
College Educated
10.5%
Homeownership
83.5%
Avg Commute
29.8 min
Poverty Rate
41.3%
Median Age
32.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ganado High School
What grades does Ganado High School serve?
Ganado High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Ganado High School?
Ganado High School has an enrollment of approximately 435 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ganado High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ganado High School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ganado High School rank in AZ?
Ganado High School ranks #812 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Ganado High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ganado High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Ganado High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ganado High School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Ganado High School a charter school?
No, Ganado High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ganado High School a Title I school?
No, Ganado High School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 435
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Apache County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 95.2%
- Phone
- (928) 755-1510
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
Resources & Links
District
Ganado Unified School District (4157)- District Enrollment
- 1,091
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,455
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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