Average
#990 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 49% in state
Tsehootsooi Primary Learning Center
Elementary School · Window Rock Unified District (4154)
PO BOX 559, Fort Defiance, AZ 86504
Enrollment
433
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
433
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#990 of 2,006
In Fort Defiance
#3 of 6
public schools
In district
#3 of 6
Window Rock Unified District (4154)
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Tsehootsooi Primary Learning Center
Elementary School in Fort Defiance · grades Kindergarten – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Tsehootsooi Primary Learning Center
Tsehootsooi Primary Learning Center is a public elementary school in Fort Defiance, AZ, part of Window Rock Unified District (4154). Tsehootsooi Primary Learning Center serves approximately 433 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 19.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Tsehootsooi Primary Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #990 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Tsehootsooi Primary Learning Center show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Tsehootsooi Primary 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 Primary 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.
87% of students at Tsehootsooi Primary 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 Primary Learning Center — Students at Tsehootsooi Primary Learning Center score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 20 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: 8.9/10.
How Tsehootsooi Primary Learning Center Compares
See how Tsehootsooi Primary 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 Primary Learning Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Crystal Boarding School (rated 8.1/10, 20.4 miles away, in nearby Navajo), which scores notably higher. Another option is TWIN LAKES ELEMENTARY (rated 7.9/10, 16.3 miles away, in nearby Gallup), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Tsehootsooi Dine Bi'Olta (rated 7.5/10, 5.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fort Defiance, see our Fort Defiance schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated Preschool Fort Defiance | 0.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Window Rock High School Fort Defiance | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Tsehootsooi Intermediate Learning Center Fort Defiance | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Tsehootsooi Middle School Fort Defiance | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Tsehootsooi Dine Bi'Olta Fort Defiance | 5.3 mi | 7.5 |
| ST MICHAELS ASSOC FOR SP ED Saint Michaels | 6.0 mi | — |
| HILLTOP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Tse Bonito | 7.2 mi | 7.0 |
| NAVAJO MIDDLE SCHOOL Navajo | 10.0 mi | 4.1 |
| NAVAJO PINE HIGH Navajo | 10.0 mi | 4.6 |
| NAVAJO ELEMENTARY Navajo | 10.0 mi | 5.2 |
| DZIT DIT LOOL SCHOOL OF EMPOWERMENT ACTION AND PERSEVERANCE Navajo | 10.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Hunters Point Boarding School St. Michaels | 11.9 mi | 7.0 |
| WILDCAT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Gallup | 12.2 mi | 7.6 |
| TWIN LAKES ELEMENTARY Gallup | 16.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Crystal Boarding School Navajo | 20.4 mi | 8.1 |
| TOHATCHI ELEMENTARY Tohatchi | 18.1 mi | 5.4 |
| CHEE DODGE ELEMENTARY Yah Ta Hey | 18.9 mi | 6.0 |
| TOHATCHI HIGH Tohatchi | 18.2 mi | 5.8 |
| GALLUP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Gallup | 20.8 mi | — |
| TOHATCHI MIDDLE Tohatchi | 18.2 mi | 6.3 |
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
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arredondo Elementary School Tempe, AZ | 6.4 |
| C W Mcgraw Elementary School Yuma, AZ | 6.4 |
| Crismon Elementary School Mesa, AZ | 6.4 |
| Frye Elementary School Chandler, AZ | 6.4 |
| Gila Bend Elementary Gila Bend, AZ | 6.4 |
| Humboldt Elementary School Dewey-Humboldt, AZ | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tsehootsooi Primary Learning Center
What grades does Tsehootsooi Primary Learning Center serve?
Tsehootsooi Primary Learning Center serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.
How many students attend Tsehootsooi Primary Learning Center?
Tsehootsooi Primary Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 433 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tsehootsooi Primary Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Tsehootsooi Primary Learning Center is 19.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Tsehootsooi Primary Learning Center rank in AZ?
Tsehootsooi Primary Learning Center ranks #990 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Tsehootsooi Primary Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Tsehootsooi Primary Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Primary Learning Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Tsehootsooi Primary Learning Center has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
Is Tsehootsooi Primary Learning Center a charter school?
No, Tsehootsooi Primary Learning Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Tsehootsooi Primary Learning Center a Title I school?
No, Tsehootsooi Primary Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 433
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Apache County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 87.1%
- Phone
- (928) 729-7802
Resources & Links
District
Window Rock Unified District (4154)- District Enrollment
- 1,721
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,913
- District Rank
- #3 of 6
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