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Very Good

#558 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 28% in state

Pinon Accelerated Middle School

Middle School · Pinon Unified District (4390)

PO BOX 839, Pinon, AZ 86510

Enrollment

265

Student-Teacher

14.7:1

Score

7.4

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#558 of 2,006

In Pinon

#3 of 6

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

Pinon Unified District (4390)

School environment

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Pinon Accelerated Middle School

7.4/10

Middle School in Pinon · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.5/10

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About Pinon Accelerated Middle School

Pinon Accelerated Middle School is a public middle school in Pinon, AZ, part of Pinon Unified District (4390). Pinon Accelerated Middle School serves approximately 265 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Pinon Accelerated Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #558 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Pinon Accelerated Middle School show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.8 pts above AZ schools
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • AZ avg 5.6

What Parents Should Know

Pinon Accelerated Middle 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.

67% of students at Pinon Accelerated Middle 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 Progress8.2Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-2.37 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.4Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency9% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency16% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency13% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)2% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+10.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile36th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,666
Chronic Absenteeism66.8%

Pinon Accelerated Middle School — Students at Pinon Accelerated Middle School score 12% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 2%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 24.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 28.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 24 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
23%
ELA
43%
2010
Math
26%
ELA
50%
2011
Math
25%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
29%
ELA
55%
2013
Math
40%
ELA
56%
2014
Math
24%
ELA
11%
2015
Math
24%
ELA
10%
2016
Math
15%
ELA
11%
2017
Math
16%
ELA
10%
2018
Math
30%
ELA
13%
2019
Math
30%
ELA
13%
2022
Math
9%
ELA
16%

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

How Pinon Accelerated Middle School Compares

See how Pinon Accelerated Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.4/10
72th percentile in AZ
Academic
5.4/10
Average
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
66.8%

Location

PO BOX 839, Pinon, AZ 86510

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pinon Accelerated Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Shonto Preparatory Technology High School (rated 8.3/10, 41.4 miles away, in nearby Shonto), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Black Mesa Community School (rated 8.2/10, 18.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Pinon Community School (rated 8.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Pinon, see our Pinon schools guide .

Nearby Schools

19 within 41.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Pinon Elementary School Pinon 0.0 mi 6.5
Pinon High School Pinon 0.0 mi 7.0
Pinon Community School Pinon 1.0 mi 8.1
Jeehdeez'a Elementary School Pinon 13.3 mi 6.5
Black Mesa Community School Pinon 18.3 mi 8.2
Keams Canyon Elementary School Keams Canyon 21.0 mi 5.4
NATIVE - Hopi HS Keams Canyon 21.2 mi
Hopi Jr/Sr High School Keams Canyon 21.2 mi
Cottonwood Day School Chinle 18.4 mi 7.0
Jeddito School Keams Canyon 24.0 mi 6.3
First Mesa Elementary School Polacca 23.3 mi 4.0
Rocky Ridge Boarding School Kykotsmovi 21.3 mi 7.9
Second Mesa Day School Second Mesa 27.5 mi 4.3
Chilchinbeto Community School Kayenta 29.5 mi 8.1
Rough Rock Community School Chinle 28.2 mi
Hopi Day School Kykotsmovi 27.7 mi 4.2
Hotevilla Bacavi Community School Hotevilla 28.5 mi 8.1
Shonto Preparatory Technology High School Shonto 41.4 mi 8.3
Shonto Preparatory School Shonto 41.6 mi 4.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 86510 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$27,051

Median Home Value

$103,800

Median Rent

$660/mo

Population

3,843

College Educated

9%

Homeownership

78.8%

Poverty Rate

46.1%

Median Age

37.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pinon Accelerated Middle School

What grades does Pinon Accelerated Middle School serve?

Pinon Accelerated Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Pinon Accelerated Middle School?

Pinon Accelerated Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 265 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pinon Accelerated Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Pinon Accelerated Middle School is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pinon Accelerated Middle School rank in AZ?

Pinon Accelerated Middle School ranks #558 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Pinon Accelerated Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Pinon Accelerated Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Pinon Accelerated Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pinon Accelerated Middle School has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Pinon Accelerated Middle School a charter school?

No, Pinon Accelerated Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Pinon Accelerated Middle School a Title I school?

No, Pinon Accelerated Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
0 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
265
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Navajo County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
66.8%

District

Pinon Unified District (4390)
District Enrollment
1,039
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,666
District Rank
#1 of 3

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