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#913 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 46% in state

Pinon Elementary School

Elementary School · Pinon Unified District (4390)

PO BOX 839, Pinon, AZ 86510

Enrollment

434

Student-Teacher

12.1:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#913 of 2,006

In Pinon

#5 of 6

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

Pinon Unified District (4390)

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Pinon Elementary School

6.5/10

Elementary School in Pinon · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Pinon Accelerated Middle School

7.4/10

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7.0/10

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About Pinon Elementary School

Pinon Elementary School is a public elementary school in Pinon, AZ, part of Pinon Unified District (4390). Pinon Elementary School serves approximately 434 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Pinon Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #913 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Pinon Elementary School show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with AZ schools
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Pinon Elementary 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.

63% of students at Pinon Elementary 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 Progress6.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-3.18 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.9Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)2% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+7.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile31th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,666
Chronic Absenteeism63.1%

Pinon Elementary School — Students at Pinon Elementary School score 10% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 2%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 26.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 29.6% (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
27%
ELA
36%
2010
Math
36%
ELA
51%
2011
Math
41%
ELA
54%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
55%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
58%
2014
Math
20%
ELA
15%
2015
Math
25%
ELA
20%
2016
Math
19%
ELA
15%
2017
Math
18%
ELA
15%
2018
Math
16%
ELA
12%
2019
Math
16%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.3/10.

How Pinon Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.5/10
55th percentile in AZ
Academic
4.9/10
Below Average
Growth
6.3/10
Average
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
63.1%

Location

PO BOX 839, Pinon, AZ 86510

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pinon Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Black Mesa Community School (rated 8.2/10, 18.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pinon Community School (rated 8.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Chilchinbeto Community School (rated 8.1/10, 29.5 miles away, in nearby Kayenta), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pinon, see our Pinon schools guide .

Nearby Schools

19 within 41.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Pinon Accelerated Middle School Pinon 0.0 mi 7.4
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 Elementary School

What grades does Pinon Elementary School serve?

Pinon Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Pinon Elementary School?

Pinon Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 434 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pinon Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Pinon Elementary School is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pinon Elementary School rank in AZ?

Pinon Elementary School ranks #913 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Pinon Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Pinon Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pinon Elementary School has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Pinon Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Pinon Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Pinon Elementary 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
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
434
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Navajo County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
63.1%

District

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

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