Serving 239 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Many Farms Elementary 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 18% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 239 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Many Farms Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire Chinle school district, encompassing approximately 2,270.6 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 40.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Many Farms Elementary School's student population of 239 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
239 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Motto
MANY FARMS PRODUCES SUCCESS.
School Rankings
Many Farms Elementary 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 Many Farms Elementary 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1525 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
100%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
49%
Black
n/a
6%
White
n/a
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)0.8%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch (22-23)
63%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
100%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Many Farms Elementary School's ranking?
Many Farms Elementary School is ranked #1525 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?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Many Farms Elementary School?
239 students attend Many Farms Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Many Farms Elementary School students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Many Farms Elementary School?
Many Farms Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Many Farms Elementary School offer ?
Many Farms Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Many Farms Elementary School part of?
Many Farms Elementary School is part of Chinle Unified District (4158).
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