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#1397 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Tuba City Elementary School
Elementary School · Tuba City Unified School District #15 (4197)
PO BOX 67, Tuba City, AZ 86045
Enrollment
393
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
393
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,397 of 2,006
In Tuba City
#7 of 8
public schools
In district
#5 of 6
Tuba City Unified School District #15 (4197)
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Tuba City Elementary School
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About Tuba City Elementary School
Tuba City Elementary School is a public elementary school in Tuba City, AZ, part of Tuba City Unified School District #15 (4197). Tuba City Elementary School serves approximately 393 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th. Tuba City Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,397 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Tuba City Elementary School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
72% of students at Tuba City 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
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Tuba City Elementary School — Students at Tuba City Elementary School score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 15%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 6.2/10.
How Tuba City Elementary School Compares
See how Tuba City Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
PO BOX 67, Tuba City, AZ 86045
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tuba City Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Moencopi Day School (rated 8.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Tsinaabaas Habitiin Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 15.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Tuba City Boarding School (rated 7.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tuba City, see our Tuba City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
10 within 31.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Tuba City Junior High School Tuba City | 0.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Nizhoni Accelerated Academy Tuba City | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Tuba City Boarding School Tuba City | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Tuba City High School Tuba City | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Greyhills Academy High School Tuba City | 1.4 mi | — |
| Moencopi Day School Tuba City | 1.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Tsinaabaas Habitiin Elementary School Tuba City | 15.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Tonalea Day School Tonalea | 20.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Dzil Libei Elementary School Tuba City | 24.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Kaibeto Boarding School Kaibeto | 31.7 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 86045 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,559
Median Home Value
$67,700
Median Rent
$825/mo
Population
10,691
College Educated
16.4%
Homeownership
62.1%
Poverty Rate
29.4%
Median Age
34.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tuba City Elementary School
What grades does Tuba City Elementary School serve?
Tuba City Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Tuba City Elementary School?
Tuba City Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 393 students.
How does Tuba City Elementary School rank in AZ?
Tuba City Elementary School ranks #1,397 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Tuba City Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Tuba City Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Tuba City Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Tuba City Elementary School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Tuba City Elementary School a charter school?
No, Tuba City Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Tuba City Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Tuba City Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 393
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Coconino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 72.3%
- Phone
- (928) 283-1020
Resources & Links
District
Tuba City Unified School District #15 (4197)- District Enrollment
- 1,433
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,430
- District Rank
- #5 of 6
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