GRAND CANYON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Grand Canyon Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Grand Canyon Unified District (4194) school district, located in Grand Canyon, AZ with about 211 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. With about 14 teachers, Grand Canyon Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Grand Canyon Elementary, located at #1 Boulder Street in Grand Canyon, Arizona, serves as the primary educational facility for the families residing within the Grand Canyon National Park community. Because of its unique location, the school functions as a tight-knit hub for children of Park Service employees, local residents, and staff living in the vicinity of the South Rim. It is a K-8 institution that prides itself on providing a personalized learning environment, benefiting from small class sizes and a dedicated faculty that caters to a diverse student body living in one of the most iconic landscapes in the world.

Beyond its academic curriculum, the school integrates its extraordinary surroundings into the daily educational experience. Students at Grand Canyon Elementary frequently engage in place-based learning, utilizing the national park as a living laboratory for science, history, and environmental studies. The school culture is deeply rooted in the spirit of the Grand Canyon community, fostering a sense of stewardship and appreciation for the natural world while preparing students for success in higher education and beyond.

For more information, contact Grand Canyon Elementary at (928) 638-2461 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.