Best Schools in Navajo, New Mexico
5 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Navajo by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Dzit Dit Lool School of Empowerment Action and Perseverance
High · Dzit Dit Lool School of Empowerment Action and Perseverance. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Navajo Elementary
Elementary · Gallup. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Navajo Pine High
High · Gallup. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Navajo for 2026 are Dzit Dit Lool School of Empowerment Action and Perseverance (6.0/10), Navajo Elementary (5.2/10), and Navajo Pine High (4.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$60,500
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$60,500
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Navajo
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dzit Dit Lool School of Empowerment Action and Perseverance | 6.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Navajo Elementary | 5.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Navajo Pine High | 4.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Navajo Middle School | 4.1 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.6/10
- Median household income
- $29,833
- Median home value
- $60,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 10%
- Avg commute
- 30 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 32%
20% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Navajo compares
New Mexico rank
#67 of 79
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.6
below New Mexico avg (6.2)
Median household income
$30k
52% of New Mexico median
Schools in this city
5
About Schools in Navajo, New Mexico
Navajo, New Mexico is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.6 out of 10, schools in Navajo show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Navajo is Crystal Boarding School with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Navajo is served by 3 school districts: DZIT DIT LOOL SCHOOL OF EMPOWERMENT ACTION AND PERSEVERANCE, GALLUP, Crystal Boarding School. These districts collectively serve 12,544 students.
Navajo's community shows 10% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $29,833. The poverty rate in the area is 48.4%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 52 students · Kindergarten–6th | 8.1 |
| 2 | 323 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.2 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 195 students · 6th–8th | 4.1 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 53 students · 6th–12th | 6.0 |
| 2 | 253 students · 9th–12th | 4.6 |
Schools in Navajo
Navajo, New Mexico · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$29,833
Median Home Value
$60,500
Median Rent
$636/mo
Population
3,017
College Educated
10%
Homeownership
32%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
48.4%
Community Profile
Navajo has a median household income of $29,833. It is a community where 10% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $60,500, with a median rent of $636/month. The area has a poverty rate of 48.4%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New Mexico
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Navajo, New Mexico
How many schools are in Navajo, New Mexico?
Navajo has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Navajo, New Mexico?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Navajo is 5.6 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Navajo, New Mexico?
The top-ranked school in Navajo on MySchoolScout is Dzit Dit Lool School of Empowerment Action and Perseverance with a composite score of 6.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Navajo, New Mexico?
The top-ranked elementary school in Navajo on MySchoolScout is Navajo Elementary with a composite score of 5.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Navajo, New Mexico?
The top-ranked middle school in Navajo on MySchoolScout is Navajo Middle School with a composite score of 4.1/10.
What is the best high school in Navajo, New Mexico?
The top-ranked high school in Navajo on MySchoolScout is Dzit Dit Lool School of Empowerment Action and Perseverance with a composite score of 6.0/10.
How many school districts serve Navajo, New Mexico?
Navajo is served by 3 school districts: Dzit Dit Lool School of Empowerment Action and Perseverance, Gallup, Crystal Boarding School.
What is the education level in Navajo, New Mexico?
According to Census data, 10% of adults in Navajo have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Navajo, New Mexico?
The median household income in Navajo is approximately $29,833 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Navajo, New Mexico?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Navajo is 16.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Navajo, New Mexico?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New Mexico Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.