KAYENTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Kayenta Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Kayenta Unified School District #27 (4396) school district, located in Kayenta, AZ with about 608 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 39 teachers, Kayenta Elementary School 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.
Kayenta Elementary School, located on Mustang Boulevard in Kayenta, Arizona, serves as a vital educational hub for the local community within the Navajo Nation. As part of the Kayenta Unified School District, the school is deeply rooted in the cultural heritage of the region, emphasizing a learning environment that honors Diné language and traditions while striving to meet rigorous academic standards. The school is dedicated to fostering both the intellectual and personal growth of its students, providing a foundation that prepares them for success in middle school and beyond.
The school’s commitment to its students extends beyond the classroom, utilizing its location on Highway 163 to act as a central pillar for families in the area. By integrating modern educational resources with a focus on community values, Kayenta Elementary works to create a supportive and inclusive atmosphere. For parents and community members interested in academic calendars, school policies, or district resources, the school maintains an informative online portal at [www.kayenta.k12.az.us](http://www.kayenta.k12.az.us), which serves as a primary link between the institution and the families it serves.
For more information, contact Kayenta Elementary School at (928) 697-2006 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Kayenta, AZ 86033
(928) 697-2006
http://www.kayenta.k12.az.us
KAYENTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Kayenta, AZ with about 608 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Arizona
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Total Students:
- 608
- Teachers:
- 39
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 608 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending KAYENTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly American Indian or Alaska Native, representing about 97% of the student body.
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 96.7%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 1.3%
- White
- 1.0%
- Two or more races
- 1.0%
- Female
- 48.4%
- Male
- 51.6%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.