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#257 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 13% in state

Grand Canyon Elementary

Elementary School · Grand Canyon Unified District (4194)

PO BOX 519, Grand Canyon Village, AZ 86023

Enrollment

168

Student-Teacher

9.9:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#257 of 2,006

In Grand Canyon Village

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#1 of 2

Grand Canyon Unified District (4194)

School environment

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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About Grand Canyon Elementary

Grand Canyon Elementary is a public elementary school in Grand Canyon Village, AZ, part of Grand Canyon Unified District (4194). Grand Canyon Elementary serves approximately 168 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Grand Canyon Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #257 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Grand Canyon Elementary show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.9 pts above AZ schools
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 168 students, Grand Canyon Elementary 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.

At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Grand Canyon Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Grand Canyon Elementary 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.36 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.3Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency30% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)15% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+14.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile60th
Resources & Environment9.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,686
Chronic Absenteeism42.3%

Grand Canyon Elementary — Students at Grand Canyon Elementary score 30% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 15%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 32.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 45.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 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
42%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
37%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.2/10.

How Grand Canyon Elementary Compares

See how Grand Canyon Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.3/10
87th percentile in AZ
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
9.9/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
42.3%

Location

PO BOX 519, Grand Canyon Village, AZ 86023

Nearby Schools

1 within 0.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Grand Canyon High School Grand Canyon Village 0.0 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 86023 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,728

Median Home Value

$18,400

Median Rent

$673/mo

Population

2,044

College Educated

28.2%

Homeownership

11.1%

Poverty Rate

16.2%

Median Age

40.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Grand Canyon Elementary

What grades does Grand Canyon Elementary serve?

Grand Canyon Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Grand Canyon Elementary?

Grand Canyon Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 168 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Grand Canyon Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Grand Canyon Elementary is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Grand Canyon Elementary rank in AZ?

Grand Canyon Elementary ranks #257 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Grand Canyon Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Grand Canyon Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Grand Canyon Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Grand Canyon Elementary has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Grand Canyon Elementary a charter school?

No, Grand Canyon Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Grand Canyon Elementary a Title I school?

No, Grand Canyon Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
29 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
168
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Coconino County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
42.3%

District

Grand Canyon Unified District (4194)
District Enrollment
246
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,686
District Rank
#1 of 2

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