PINON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Pinon Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Pinon Unified District (4390) school district, located in Pinon, AZ with about 514 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 30 teachers, Pinon Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Pinon Elementary School is a public school located in the remote community of Pinon, Arizona, situated on the Navajo Nation. As part of the Pinon Unified School District, the school serves a predominantly Native American student population. Its location, approximately one mile north of Highway 41, places it in a rural, high-desert environment, which shapes both the school’s logistical challenges and its close-knit community culture.

Academically and culturally, the school focuses on providing foundational education while integrating the unique heritage and language of the Navajo people. Like many schools in this region, Pinon Elementary plays a central role in the lives of local families, acting as a hub for community engagement. Because of its remote setting, the school works to overcome geographical barriers to provide resources and support, emphasizing a learning environment that honors traditional values alongside state-mandated academic standards.

For more information, contact Pinon Elementary School at (928) 725-3450 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.