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Indian Wells Elementary

Elementary School · Holbrook Unified District (4389)

PO BOX 640, Holbrook, AZ 86025

Enrollment

344

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,274 of 2,006

In Holbrook

#4 of 5

public schools

In district

#4 of 5

Holbrook Unified District (4389)

School environment

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Indian Wells Elementary

5.6/10

Elementary School in Holbrook · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Indian Wells Elementary

Indian Wells Elementary is a public elementary school in Holbrook, AZ, part of Holbrook Unified District (4389). Indian Wells Elementary serves approximately 344 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Indian Wells Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,274 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Indian Wells Elementary show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Indian Wells 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.

53% of students at Indian Wells Elementary 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 Progress4.7Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.74 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)16% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+1.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile36th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,237
Chronic Absenteeism53.2%

Indian Wells Elementary — Students at Indian Wells Elementary score 17% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 16%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 29.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 35.1% (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
47%
ELA
65%
2010
Math
44%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
48%
ELA
59%
2012
Math
51%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
59%
ELA
66%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
12%
2015
Math
24%
ELA
18%
2016
Math
21%
ELA
20%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
12%
ELA
22%

* 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: 4.7/10.

How Indian Wells Elementary Compares

See how Indian Wells Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
37th percentile in AZ
Academic
5.4/10
Average
Growth
4.7/10
Below Average
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
53.2%

Location

PO BOX 640, Holbrook, AZ 86025

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Indian Wells Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Joseph City Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 33.9 miles away, in nearby Joseph City), which scores notably higher. Another option is Park Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 34.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Seba Dalkai Boarding School (rated 7.0/10, 22.4 miles away, in nearby Winslow), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Holbrook, see our Holbrook schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 34.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Greasewood Springs Community School Inc. Ganado 14.8 mi 3.7
Dilcon Community School Winslow 14.8 mi 4.8
Jeddito School Keams Canyon 26.1 mi 6.3
Seba Dalkai Boarding School Winslow 22.4 mi 7.0
Keams Canyon Elementary School Keams Canyon 29.2 mi 5.4
NATIVE AMERICAN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sun Valley 29.6 mi 8.0
NAVIT - Northland Pioneer College PDC Snowflake 32.7 mi
Navajo County Instruction for Success (NCIS) Holbrook 32.8 mi
NATIVE - Hopi HS Keams Canyon 31.7 mi
Hopi Jr/Sr High School Keams Canyon 31.7 mi
Park Elementary School Holbrook 34.6 mi 8.0
NAVIT - Holbrook High School Snowflake 34.6 mi
Holbrook High School Holbrook 34.6 mi 7.5
Holbrook Junior High School Holbrook 34.6 mi 5.2
Hulet Elementary School Holbrook 34.6 mi 6.3
Joseph City High School Joseph City 33.6 mi 8.6
Joseph City Junior High School Joseph City 33.6 mi 6.6
Joseph City Elementary School Joseph City 33.9 mi 8.8
First Mesa Elementary School Polacca 33.9 mi 4.0
Ganado High School Ganado 34.6 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 86025 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,167

Median Home Value

$144,600

Median Rent

$940/mo

Population

5,189

College Educated

13%

Homeownership

63.3%

Avg Commute

17.6 min

Poverty Rate

19.9%

Median Age

36.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Indian Wells Elementary

What grades does Indian Wells Elementary serve?

Indian Wells Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Indian Wells Elementary?

Indian Wells Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 344 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Indian Wells Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Indian Wells Elementary 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 Indian Wells Elementary rank in AZ?

Indian Wells Elementary ranks #1,274 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Indian Wells Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Indian Wells Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Indian Wells Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Indian Wells Elementary has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Indian Wells Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Indian Wells Elementary a Title I school?

No, Indian Wells Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
344
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Navajo County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
53.2%

District

Holbrook Unified District (4389)
District Enrollment
1,838
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,237
District Rank
#4 of 5

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