Needs Improvement
#1830 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Ganado Primary School
Elementary School · Ganado Unified School District (4157)
PO BOX 1757, Ganado, AZ 86505
Enrollment
204
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
204
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,830 of 2,006
In Ganado
#6 of 7
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
Ganado Unified School District (4157)
School environment
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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Ganado Primary School
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About Ganado Primary School
Ganado Primary School is a public elementary school in Ganado, AZ, part of Ganado Unified School District (4157). Ganado Primary School serves approximately 204 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Ganado Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,830 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Ganado Primary School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.5
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Ganado Primary 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.
61% of students at Ganado Primary 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 Primary School — Students at Ganado Primary School score 20% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 16%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2015-16)
Based on 16 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: 1.2/10.
How Ganado Primary School Compares
See how Ganado Primary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 1757, Ganado, AZ 86505
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ganado Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chinle Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 30.4 miles away, in nearby Chinle), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wide Ruins Community School (rated 8.2/10, 20.2 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 27.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ganado Intermediate School Ganado | 0.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Ganado Middle School Ganado | 0.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Ganado High School Ganado | 6.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Kin Dah Lichi'i Olta Ganado | 6.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Nazlini Community School Ganado | 13.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Wide Ruins Community School Chambers | 20.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Greasewood Springs Community School Inc. Ganado | 22.1 mi | 3.7 |
| Pine Springs Day School Houck | 25.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Chinle Elementary School Chinle | 30.4 mi | 8.9 |
| Chinle Junior High School Chinle | 30.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Canyon De Chelly Elementary School Chinle | 30.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Mesa View Elementary Chinle | 30.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Hunters Point Boarding School St. Michaels | 25.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Chinle High School Chinle | 31.0 mi | 6.5 |
| ST MICHAELS ASSOC FOR SP ED Saint Michaels | 25.9 mi | — |
| Tsehootsooi Intermediate Learning Center Fort Defiance | 26.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Tsehootsooi Middle School Fort Defiance | 26.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Tsehootsooi Dine Bi'Olta Fort Defiance | 26.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Integrated Preschool Fort Defiance | 27.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Tsehootsooi Primary Learning Center Fort Defiance | 27.2 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 Primary School
What grades does Ganado Primary School serve?
Ganado Primary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Ganado Primary School?
Ganado Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 204 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ganado Primary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ganado Primary School is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ganado Primary School rank in AZ?
Ganado Primary School ranks #1,830 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Ganado Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ganado Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Primary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ganado Primary School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016).
Is Ganado Primary School a charter school?
No, Ganado Primary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ganado Primary School a Title I school?
No, Ganado Primary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 204
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Apache County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 60.8%
- Phone
- (928) 755-1200
Resources & Links
District
Ganado Unified School District (4157)- District Enrollment
- 1,091
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,455
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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