Serving 489 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Chinle Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 489 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chinle Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Chinle, AZ, covering approximately 2,270.6 square miles. Families in the area typically drive 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 28.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 36.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chinle Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Chinle Elementary School's student population of 489 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
489 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1902
School Calendar
School Motto
Competitive Unique Successful Driven
School Rankings
Chinle Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chinle Elementary School is 0.02, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#931 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
99%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
33%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)53%
41.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (22-23)
68%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
90%
10%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chinle Elementary School's ranking?
Chinle Elementary School is ranked #931 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Chinle Elementary School often compared to?
Chinle Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Canyon De Chelly Elementary School, Alpine Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Chinle Elementary School?
489 students attend Chinle Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Chinle Elementary School students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chinle Elementary School?
Chinle Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chinle Elementary School offer ?
Chinle Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chinle Elementary School part of?
Chinle Elementary School is part of Chinle Unified District (4158).
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