Very Good
#557 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 28% in state
Tsehootsooi Dine Bi'olta
Elementary School · Window Rock Unified District (4154)
PO BOX 559, Fort Defiance, AZ 86504
Enrollment
84
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
84
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#557 of 2,006
In Fort Defiance
#1 of 6
public schools
In district
#1 of 6
Window Rock Unified District (4154)
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Tsehootsooi Dine Bi'olta
Elementary School in Fort Defiance · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Tsehootsooi Dine Bi'olta
Tsehootsooi Dine Bi'olta is a public elementary school in Fort Defiance, AZ, part of Window Rock Unified District (4154). Tsehootsooi Dine Bi'olta serves approximately 84 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Tsehootsooi Dine Bi'olta has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #557 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Tsehootsooi Dine Bi'olta show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 84 students, Tsehootsooi Dine Bi'olta is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Tsehootsooi Dine Bi'olta sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
52% of students at Tsehootsooi Dine Bi'olta were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Tsehootsooi Dine Bi'olta — Students at Tsehootsooi Dine Bi'olta score 20% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.1/10.
How Tsehootsooi Dine Bi'olta Compares
See how Tsehootsooi Dine Bi'olta performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 559, Fort Defiance, AZ 86504
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tsehootsooi Dine Bi'olta may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TWIN LAKES ELEMENTARY (rated 7.9/10, 16.4 miles away, in nearby Gallup), which scores slightly higher. Another option is HILLTOP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Tse Bonito), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Hunters Point Boarding School (rated 7.0/10, 6.8 miles away, in nearby St. Michaels), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Fort Defiance, see our Fort Defiance schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST MICHAELS ASSOC FOR SP ED Saint Michaels | 1.1 mi | — |
| HILLTOP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Tse Bonito | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Tsehootsooi Intermediate Learning Center Fort Defiance | 3.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Tsehootsooi Middle School Fort Defiance | 3.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Window Rock High School Fort Defiance | 4.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Integrated Preschool Fort Defiance | 5.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Tsehootsooi Primary Learning Center Fort Defiance | 5.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Hunters Point Boarding School St. Michaels | 6.8 mi | 7.0 |
| WILDCAT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Gallup | 9.3 mi | 7.6 |
| NAVAJO MIDDLE SCHOOL Navajo | 15.3 mi | 4.1 |
| NAVAJO PINE HIGH Navajo | 15.3 mi | 4.6 |
| NAVAJO ELEMENTARY Navajo | 15.4 mi | 5.2 |
| DZIT DIT LOOL SCHOOL OF EMPOWERMENT ACTION AND PERSEVERANCE Navajo | 15.6 mi | 6.0 |
| GALLUP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Gallup | 16.4 mi | — |
| TOBE TURPEN ELEMENTARY Gallup | 17.1 mi | 6.9 |
| CHEE DODGE ELEMENTARY Yah Ta Hey | 16.6 mi | 6.0 |
| TWIN LAKES ELEMENTARY Gallup | 16.4 mi | 7.9 |
| GALLUP HIGH Gallup | 18.7 mi | 4.5 |
| CHIEF MANUELITO MIDDLE Gallup | 18.8 mi | 6.2 |
| GALLUP CENTRAL ALTERNATIVE Gallup | 19.9 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 86504 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,227
Median Home Value
$45,600
Median Rent
$725/mo
Population
5,905
College Educated
12.3%
Homeownership
66.3%
Poverty Rate
26.4%
Median Age
33.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tsehootsooi Dine Bi'olta
What grades does Tsehootsooi Dine Bi'olta serve?
Tsehootsooi Dine Bi'olta serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Tsehootsooi Dine Bi'olta?
Tsehootsooi Dine Bi'olta has an enrollment of approximately 84 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tsehootsooi Dine Bi'olta?
The student-teacher ratio at Tsehootsooi Dine Bi'olta is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Tsehootsooi Dine Bi'olta rank in AZ?
Tsehootsooi Dine Bi'olta ranks #557 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Tsehootsooi Dine Bi'olta's MySchoolScout rating?
Tsehootsooi Dine Bi'olta has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Tsehootsooi Dine Bi'olta?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Tsehootsooi Dine Bi'olta has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Tsehootsooi Dine Bi'olta a charter school?
No, Tsehootsooi Dine Bi'olta is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Tsehootsooi Dine Bi'olta a Title I school?
No, Tsehootsooi Dine Bi'olta is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 84
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Apache County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.4%
- Phone
- (928) 810-7733
Resources & Links
District
Window Rock Unified District (4154)- District Enrollment
- 1,721
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,913
- District Rank
- #1 of 6
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