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Ganado Intermediate School

Elementary School · Ganado Unified School District (4157)

PO BOX 1757, Ganado, AZ 86505

Enrollment

194

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

5.1

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,456 of 2,006

In Ganado

#4 of 7

public schools

In district

#2 of 4

Ganado Unified School District (4157)

School environment

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Ganado Intermediate School

5.1/10

Elementary School in Ganado · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Ganado Primary School

3.9/10

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4.9/10

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About Ganado Intermediate School

Ganado Intermediate School is a public elementary school in Ganado, AZ, part of Ganado Unified School District (4157). Ganado Intermediate School serves approximately 194 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Ganado Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,456 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Ganado Intermediate School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • District avg 4.5
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 194 students, Ganado Intermediate 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.

Ganado Intermediate 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.

46% of students at Ganado Intermediate 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.6Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data7
Annual Change-3.78 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.2Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency2.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency7.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency5% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)16% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-11.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile13th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio13.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,455
Chronic Absenteeism45.9%

Ganado Intermediate School — Students at Ganado Intermediate School score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 16%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 26.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 44.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 14 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
38%
ELA
54%
2010
Math
41%
ELA
69%
2011
Math
36%
ELA
66%
2012
Math
38%
ELA
65%
2018
Math
15%
ELA
24%
2019
Math
15%
ELA
24%
2022
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.6/10.

How Ganado Intermediate School Compares

See how Ganado Intermediate School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.1/10
28th percentile in AZ
Academic
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.6/10
Below Average
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
14 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
45.9%

Location

PO BOX 1757, Ganado, AZ 86505

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ganado Intermediate School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chinle Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 30.3 miles away, in nearby Chinle), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wide Ruins Community School (rated 8.2/10, 20.4 miles away, in nearby Chambers), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kin Dah Lichi'i Olta (rated 8.1/10, 6.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ganado, see our Ganado schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 27.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Ganado Primary School Ganado 0.1 mi 3.9
Ganado Middle School Ganado 0.2 mi 4.9
Ganado High School Ganado 6.0 mi 6.8
Kin Dah Lichi'i Olta Ganado 6.7 mi 8.1
Nazlini Community School Ganado 13.5 mi 8.1
Wide Ruins Community School Chambers 20.4 mi 8.2
Greasewood Springs Community School Inc. Ganado 22.1 mi 3.7
Pine Springs Day School Houck 25.6 mi 7.8
Chinle Elementary School Chinle 30.3 mi 8.9
Chinle Junior High School Chinle 30.5 mi 7.1
Canyon De Chelly Elementary School Chinle 30.5 mi 7.0
Mesa View Elementary Chinle 30.6 mi 7.1
Chinle High School Chinle 30.9 mi 6.5
Hunters Point Boarding School St. Michaels 25.6 mi 7.0
ST MICHAELS ASSOC FOR SP ED Saint Michaels 26.0 mi
Tsehootsooi Intermediate Learning Center Fort Defiance 26.5 mi 6.6
Tsehootsooi Middle School Fort Defiance 26.5 mi 6.3
Tsehootsooi Dine Bi'Olta Fort Defiance 26.9 mi 7.5
Integrated Preschool Fort Defiance 27.3 mi 6.2
Tsehootsooi Primary Learning Center Fort Defiance 27.3 mi 6.4

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 Intermediate School

What grades does Ganado Intermediate School serve?

Ganado Intermediate School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Ganado Intermediate School?

Ganado Intermediate School has an enrollment of approximately 194 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ganado Intermediate School?

The student-teacher ratio at Ganado Intermediate School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ganado Intermediate School rank in AZ?

Ganado Intermediate School ranks #1,456 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Ganado Intermediate School's MySchoolScout rating?

Ganado Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Intermediate School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ganado Intermediate School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Ganado Intermediate School a charter school?

No, Ganado Intermediate School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Ganado Intermediate School a Title I school?

No, Ganado Intermediate School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
13 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
194
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Apache County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
45.9%

District

Ganado Unified School District (4157)
District Enrollment
1,091
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,455
District Rank
#2 of 4

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