Serving 473 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Navajo Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 473 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Navajo Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Navajo Elementary School's student population of 473 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
473 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1997
School Rankings
Navajo Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Navajo Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#465 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
5%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
28%
49%
Black
3%
6%
White
55%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Navajo Elementary School's ranking?
Navajo Elementary School is ranked #465 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Navajo Elementary School often compared to?
Navajo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pima Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Navajo Elementary School?
473 students attend Navajo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Navajo Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Navajo Elementary School?
Navajo Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Navajo Elementary School offer ?
Navajo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Navajo Elementary School part of?
Navajo Elementary School is part of Scottsdale Unified District (4240).
In what neighborhood is Navajo Elementary School located?
Navajo Elementary School is located in the South Scottsdale neighborhood of Scottsdale, AZ. There are 13 other public schools located in South Scottsdale.
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