Serving 464 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Navajo Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). 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 15:1 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 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 464 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Navajo Elementary School's student population of 464 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
464 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Navajo Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Navajo Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#670 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
4%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
26%
48%
Black
6%
6%
White
55%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Navajo Elementary School's ranking?
Navajo Elementary School is ranked #670 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% 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?
464 students attend Navajo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Navajo Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Navajo Elementary School?
Navajo Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, 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) School District.
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.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of School - Early Release (PreK-12)
May 22, 2025 (Thursday)
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