Kayenta Community School serves 305 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 305 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Math Proficiency: 15-19%
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9%
- Science Proficiency: ≤10%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kayenta Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kayenta Community School's student population of 305 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 39% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
305 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Kayenta Community School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
100%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.9%
41.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
41%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Kayenta Community School?
305 students attend Kayenta Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Kayenta Community School students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kayenta Community School?
Kayenta Community School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kayenta Community School offer ?
Kayenta Community School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kayenta Community School part of?
Kayenta Community School is part of Kayenta Community School District.
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