Average
#908 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 45% in state
Tsehootsooi Intermediate Learning Center
Middle School · Window Rock Unified District (4154)
PO BOX 559, Fort Defiance, AZ 86504
Enrollment
319
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
6.6
Grades
4th – 6th
Enrollment
319
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
6.6
Grades
4th – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#908 of 2,006
In Fort Defiance
#2 of 6
public schools
In district
#2 of 6
Window Rock Unified District (4154)
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Tsehootsooi Intermediate Learning Center
Middle School in Fort Defiance · grades 4th – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Tsehootsooi Intermediate Learning Center
Tsehootsooi Intermediate Learning Center is a public middle school in Fort Defiance, AZ, part of Window Rock Unified District (4154). Tsehootsooi Intermediate Learning Center serves approximately 319 students, and covers grades 4th-6th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Tsehootsooi Intermediate Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #908 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Tsehootsooi Intermediate Learning Center show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- AZ avg 5.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Tsehootsooi Intermediate Learning Center sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Tsehootsooi Intermediate Learning Center 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.
94% of students at Tsehootsooi Intermediate Learning Center 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 Intermediate Learning Center — Students at Tsehootsooi Intermediate Learning Center score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 18 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: 9.2/10.
How Tsehootsooi Intermediate Learning Center Compares
See how Tsehootsooi Intermediate Learning Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 559, Fort Defiance, AZ 86504
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tsehootsooi Intermediate Learning Center may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Tsehootsooi Middle School (rated 6.3/10), with a very similar rating. Additionally, NAVAJO MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 4.1/10, 11.5 miles away, in nearby Navajo), a more accessible option. For more schools in Fort Defiance, see our Fort Defiance schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Tsehootsooi Middle School Fort Defiance | 0.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Window Rock High School Fort Defiance | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Integrated Preschool Fort Defiance | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Tsehootsooi Primary Learning Center Fort Defiance | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Tsehootsooi Dine Bi'Olta Fort Defiance | 3.9 mi | 7.5 |
| ST MICHAELS ASSOC FOR SP ED Saint Michaels | 4.4 mi | — |
| HILLTOP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Tse Bonito | 5.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Hunters Point Boarding School St. Michaels | 10.4 mi | 7.0 |
| NAVAJO PINE HIGH Navajo | 11.5 mi | 4.6 |
| NAVAJO MIDDLE SCHOOL Navajo | 11.5 mi | 4.1 |
| NAVAJO ELEMENTARY Navajo | 11.6 mi | 5.2 |
| DZIT DIT LOOL SCHOOL OF EMPOWERMENT ACTION AND PERSEVERANCE Navajo | 11.8 mi | 6.0 |
| WILDCAT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Gallup | 11.6 mi | 7.6 |
| TWIN LAKES ELEMENTARY Gallup | 16.7 mi | 7.9 |
| GALLUP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Gallup | 19.8 mi | — |
| CHEE DODGE ELEMENTARY Yah Ta Hey | 18.6 mi | 6.0 |
| TOBE TURPEN ELEMENTARY Gallup | 20.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Crystal Boarding School Navajo | 22.0 mi | 8.1 |
| TOHATCHI ELEMENTARY Tohatchi | 19.2 mi | 5.4 |
| TOHATCHI HIGH Tohatchi | 19.4 mi | 5.8 |
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
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Baker Middle School Kayenta, AZ | 6.6 |
| Sunrise Middle School Scottsdale, AZ | 6.6 |
| Emily Gray Junior High School Tucson, AZ | 6.5 |
| Benson Middle School Benson, AZ | 6.7 |
| Imagine Surprise Middle Phoenix, AZ | 6.7 |
| Kingman Academy of Learning - Middle School Kingman, AZ | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tsehootsooi Intermediate Learning Center
What grades does Tsehootsooi Intermediate Learning Center serve?
Tsehootsooi Intermediate Learning Center serves students in grades 4th through 6th.
How many students attend Tsehootsooi Intermediate Learning Center?
Tsehootsooi Intermediate Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 319 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tsehootsooi Intermediate Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Tsehootsooi Intermediate Learning Center is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Tsehootsooi Intermediate Learning Center rank in AZ?
Tsehootsooi Intermediate Learning Center ranks #908 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Tsehootsooi Intermediate Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Tsehootsooi Intermediate Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Intermediate Learning Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Tsehootsooi Intermediate Learning Center has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
Is Tsehootsooi Intermediate Learning Center a charter school?
No, Tsehootsooi Intermediate Learning Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Tsehootsooi Intermediate Learning Center a Title I school?
No, Tsehootsooi Intermediate Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 4th – 6th
- Enrollment
- 319
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Apache County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 94.4%
- Phone
- (928) 729-6815
Resources & Links
District
Window Rock Unified District (4154)- District Enrollment
- 1,721
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,913
- District Rank
- #2 of 6
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