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Tuba City High School

High School · Tuba City Unified School District #15 (4197)

PO BOX 67, Tuba City, AZ 86045

Enrollment

687

Score

5.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,256 of 2,006

In Tuba City

#6 of 8

public schools

In district

#4 of 6

Tuba City Unified School District #15 (4197)

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Tuba City High School

5.7/10

High School in Tuba City · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Tuba City High School

Tuba City High School is a public high school in Tuba City, AZ, part of Tuba City Unified School District #15 (4197). Tuba City High School serves approximately 687 students, and covers grades 9th-12th. Tuba City High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,256 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Tuba City High School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • AZ avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

56% of students at Tuba City High School 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.4Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-3.14 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.9Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency15% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)15% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-0.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile30th
College Readiness5.5Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate62%
AP Participation2.3%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Per-Pupil Spending$17,430
Chronic Absenteeism55.5%

Tuba City High School — Students at Tuba City High School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 15%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 37.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 43.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 24 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
37%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
12%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
12%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.4/10.

How Tuba City High School Compares

See how Tuba City High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
37th percentile in AZ
Academic
4.9/10
Below Average
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
6.1/10
Average
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.8
Sports
6
3 boys' · 3 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
2.3% participation·State avg: 2.8 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics6sports offered
3 boys'·3 girls'·6 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

PO BOX 67, Tuba City, AZ 86045

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Tuba City High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Moencopi Day School (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Nizhoni Accelerated Academy (rated 7.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Tsinaabaas Habitiin Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 17.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tuba City, see our Tuba City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

10 within 32.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Greyhills Academy High School Tuba City 0.1 mi
Moencopi Day School Tuba City 0.8 mi 8.1
Tuba City Junior High School Tuba City 1.1 mi 5.2
Tuba City Boarding School Tuba City 1.1 mi 7.3
Nizhoni Accelerated Academy Tuba City 1.3 mi 7.7
Tuba City Elementary School Tuba City 1.4 mi 5.3
Tsinaabaas Habitiin Elementary School Tuba City 17.2 mi 7.4
Tonalea Day School Tonalea 20.4 mi 6.2
Dzil Libei Elementary School Tuba City 24.2 mi 6.1
Kaibeto Boarding School Kaibeto 32.3 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 86045 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$49,559

Median Home Value

$67,700

Median Rent

$825/mo

Population

10,691

College Educated

16.4%

Homeownership

62.1%

Poverty Rate

29.4%

Median Age

34.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Tuba City High School

What grades does Tuba City High School serve?

Tuba City High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Tuba City High School?

Tuba City High School has an enrollment of approximately 687 students.

How does Tuba City High School rank in AZ?

Tuba City High School ranks #1,256 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Tuba City High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Tuba City High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Tuba City High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Tuba City High School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Tuba City High School a charter school?

No, Tuba City High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Tuba City High School a Title I school?

No, Tuba City High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
687
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Coconino County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
55.5%
4-Year Graduation
62.0%

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