Serving 162 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Ganado Primary 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 16% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 162 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Math Proficiency: 16%
- Reading Proficiency: 24%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ganado Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ganado Primary School's student population of 162 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
162 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ganado Primary School is 0.13, 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)
(16-17)16%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)24%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
93%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
49%
Black
n/a
6%
White
n/a
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
98%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: The Hornets
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% AZ state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% AZ state average).
How many students attend Ganado Primary School?
162 students attend Ganado Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Ganado Primary School students are American Indian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ganado Primary School?
Ganado Primary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ganado Primary School offer ?
Ganado Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ganado Primary School part of?
Ganado Primary School is part of Ganado Unified School District (4157).
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