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#958 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 48% in state

Seven Mile School

Elementary School · Whiteriver Unified District (4394)

PO BOX 190, Whiteriver, AZ 85941

Enrollment

436

Student-Teacher

16.1:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#958 of 2,006

In Whiteriver

#4 of 6

public schools

In district

#3 of 5

Whiteriver Unified District (4394)

Academic growth

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Seven Mile School

6.5/10

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

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About Seven Mile School

Seven Mile School is a public elementary school in Whiteriver, AZ, part of Whiteriver Unified District (4394). Seven Mile School serves approximately 436 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Seven Mile School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #958 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Seven Mile School show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

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

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Seven Mile School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Seven Mile 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.

57% of students at Seven Mile 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 Progress7.7Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.58 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.0Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency4% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency6% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)10% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-4.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile20th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,546
Chronic Absenteeism56.7%

Seven Mile School — Students at Seven Mile School score 6% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 10%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 19.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 22.1% (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
18%
ELA
36%
2010
Math
29%
ELA
46%
2011
Math
25%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
33%
ELA
50%
2013
Math
36%
ELA
54%
2014
Math
13%
ELA
8%
2015
Math
14%
ELA
10%
2016
Math
16%
ELA
11%
2017
Math
20%
ELA
12%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
14%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
14%
2020*
Math
0.5%
ELA
2%
2021*
Math
0.5%
ELA
2%
2022
Math
7%
ELA
4%

* 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: 7.7/10.

How Seven Mile School Compares

See how Seven Mile School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.5/10
52th percentile in AZ
Academic
4.0/10
Below Average
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
56.7%

Location

PO BOX 190, Whiteriver, AZ 85941

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Seven Mile School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Nikolaus Homestead Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 32.0 miles away, in nearby Show Low), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Cradleboard School (rated 6.6/10, 9.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, John F. Kennedy Day School (rated 6.6/10, 14.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Whiteriver, see our Whiteriver schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 32.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Theodore Roosevelt School Ft. Apache 1.2 mi 7.9
EAST FORK LUTHERAN SCHOOL Whiteriver 2.1 mi 5.8
NAVIT - Alchesay High School Snowflake 3.0 mi
Alchesay High School Whiteriver 3.0 mi 5.2
Whiteriver Elementary Whiteriver 3.2 mi 6.5
Canyon Day Junior High School Whiteriver 3.7 mi 5.3
Cradleboard School Whiteriver 9.1 mi 6.6
John F. Kennedy Day School Whiteriver 14.0 mi 6.6
Mcnary Elementary School Mcnary 20.8 mi 4.5
Blue Ridge High School Lakeside 24.9 mi 6.5
Blue Ridge Jr High School Lakeside 24.9 mi 6.1
Blue Ridge Elementary School Lakeside 26.2 mi 4.8
MOUNTAIN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Show Low 28.2 mi 5.5
LEXINGTON LIFE ACADEMY Show Low 29.5 mi 5.6
ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Show Low 31.7 mi 6.4
NAVIT - Northland Pioneer College WMC Snowflake 31.8 mi
Nikolaus Homestead Elementary School Show Low 32.0 mi 6.9
WMI ON LINE Show Low 32.7 mi
Show Low Preschool Show Low 32.7 mi
Show Low Junior High School Show Low 32.7 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85941 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$41,554

Median Home Value

$84,200

Median Rent

$604/mo

Population

10,333

College Educated

7.8%

Homeownership

57.4%

Poverty Rate

40.6%

Median Age

29.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Seven Mile School

What grades does Seven Mile School serve?

Seven Mile School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Seven Mile School?

Seven Mile School has an enrollment of approximately 436 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Seven Mile School?

The student-teacher ratio at Seven Mile School is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Seven Mile School rank in AZ?

Seven Mile School ranks #958 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Seven Mile School's MySchoolScout rating?

Seven Mile 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 Seven Mile School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Seven Mile School has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Seven Mile School a charter school?

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

Is Seven Mile School a Title I school?

No, Seven Mile School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
11 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
436
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Navajo County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
56.7%

District

Whiteriver Unified District (4394)
District Enrollment
2,322
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,546
District Rank
#3 of 5

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