Rough Rock Community School

Located along HC61 Hwy 59 in Chinle, Arizona, Rough Rock Community School operates as an active, standalone public school district tailored to its rural remote setting. Serving as a single-school operational entity, the district offers a comprehensive educational continuum for local families, delivering instruction from kindergarten all the way through 12th grade. The district provides an essential community anchor in eastern Arizona, ensuring continuous academic and developmental growth across all primary and secondary grade levels within a traditional, non-charter public structure.

The district supports a close-knit student body of 230 learners, composed entirely of American Indian students across a balanced gender distribution. To foster academic success and holistic growth, Rough Rock Community School maintains a remarkably strong staffing infrastructure. With 34 full-time equivalent teachers, 2 instructional aides, and 49 support personnel—bringing the total workforce to 85 full-time equivalent staff members—the district benefits from an exceptionally low student-to-teacher ratio that allows for highly individualized learning and strong community connections. For parents, students, and researchers interested in learning more about the district's programs and community impact, official updates and resources are accessible online at roughrock.k12.az.us.