Serving 480 students in grades 5-8, Kayenta Middle 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 6% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 480 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kayenta Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Kayenta Middle School's student population of 480 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
480 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kayenta Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kayenta Middle School is 0.10, 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
#1822 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
95%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
47%
Black
n/a
6%
White
n/a
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kayenta Middle School's ranking?
Kayenta Middle School is ranked #1822 out of 1,956 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?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Kayenta Middle School?
480 students attend Kayenta Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Kayenta Middle School students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kayenta Middle School?
Kayenta Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kayenta Middle School offer ?
Kayenta Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Kayenta Middle School part of?
Kayenta Middle School is part of Kayenta Unified School District #27 (4396).
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