Jeehdeez'a Elementary School

Located three miles east of Navajo Route 60 in Pinon, Arizona, Jeehdeez'a Elementary School operates as an active, single-school public school district dedicated to serving young learners in a remote rural community. Based on the 2024–2025 NCES framework, the district provides tailored elementary instruction across kindergarten through fifth grade. The district serves a close-knit student body of 88 children, all of whom identify as American Indian, with an even balance of 44 female and 44 male students. Enrollment across grade levels is thoughtfully proportioned—ranging from 12 fourth-grade students to 18 first-graders—allowing for an individualized, community-centered approach to early childhood education.

To ensure comprehensive care and learning, the district maintains a robust workforce of 56 full-time equivalent staff members. This includes 12 full-time teachers supported by 2 instructional aides and 42 dedicated support staff members, yielding an exceptionally favorable student-to-teacher ratio that enhances direct classroom instruction and student support services. As an independent regular public district serving its local area, Jeehdeez'a Elementary School offers a focused educational environment for families and a unique profile for academic researchers studying rural education. Further information and resources can be accessed via the district's website at http://jes.bie.edu/ or by contacting the main administrative office directly at (928) 725-3449.