Kayenta Community School serves 321 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 19:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- 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 321 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
321 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 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
19:1
17:1
American Indian
100%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
48%
Black
n/a
6%
White
n/a
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
40%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
321 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 19:1, 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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