Serving 194 students in grades 3-5, Ganado Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (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 13:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 194 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ganado Intermediate School serves the entire district of Ganado, AZ, encompassing an approximate area of 879.5 square miles. Families typically face a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 27.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ganado Intermediate School's student population of 194 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
194 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1985
School Calendar
School Motto
Honoring our tradition, embracing our future.
School Rankings
Ganado Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ganado Intermediate School is 0.20, 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
#1787 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
89%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
7%
49%
Black
n/a
6%
White
n/a
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.9%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hornets
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ganado Intermediate School's ranking?
Ganado Intermediate School is ranked #1787 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% 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 Ganado Intermediate School?
194 students attend Ganado Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Ganado Intermediate School students are American Indian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ganado Intermediate School?
Ganado Intermediate School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ganado Intermediate School offer ?
Ganado Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ganado Intermediate School part of?
Ganado Intermediate School is part of Ganado Unified School District (4157).
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