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#753 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 38% in state

White Mountain Institute

High School · Show Low Unified District (4393)

500 W OLD LINDEN RD, Show Low, AZ 85901

Enrollment

40

Score

7.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#753 of 2,006

In Show Low

#2 of 7

public schools

In district

#2 of 6

Show Low Unified District (4393)

Academic growth

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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White Mountain Institute

7.0/10

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

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About White Mountain Institute

White Mountain Institute is a public high school in Show Low, AZ, part of Show Low Unified District (4393). White Mountain Institute serves approximately 40 students, and covers grades 9th-12th. White Mountain Institute has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #753 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for White Mountain Institute show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2019) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2019).

How it compares0.8 pts above AZ schools
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • AZ avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 40 students, White Mountain Institute 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.

White Mountain Institute 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.8Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+0.25 pts/yr
Data Period2017–2019
TrendStable
Academics6.0Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25% (2019 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25% (2019 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency25% (2019 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)28% (model expectation from 2019 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-2.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile43th
College Readiness8.8Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate50%+
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment1.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Per-Pupil Spending$8,990

White Mountain Institute — Students at White Mountain Institute score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2018-19)

Math Proficiency 24.7% (multi-year average, 2017-2019)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 24.7% (multi-year average, 2017-2019)
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2017
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2018
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2019
Math
25%
ELA
25%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.8/10.

How White Mountain Institute Compares

See how White Mountain Institute performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.0/10
63th percentile in AZ
Academic
6.0/10
Average
Growth
9.8/10
Excellent
Environment
1.9/10
Needs Improvement

Location

500 W OLD LINDEN RD, Show Low, AZ 85901

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering White Mountain Institute may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Northern AZ Academy for Career Dev. - Taylor (rated 7.3/10, 15.4 miles away, in nearby Taylor), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Blue Ridge High School (rated 6.5/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Lakeside), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Show Low, see our Show Low schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.4 mi
School Distance Rating
NAVIT - Show Low High School Snowflake 0.0 mi
Show Low High School Show Low 0.0 mi 8.2
Show Low Junior High School Show Low 0.2 mi 5.9
Whipple Ranch Elementary School Show Low 0.2 mi 4.5
WMI ON LINE Show Low 0.3 mi
Show Low Preschool Show Low 0.3 mi
NAVIT - Northland Pioneer College WMC Snowflake 1.3 mi
Nikolaus Homestead Elementary School Show Low 1.2 mi 6.9
ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Show Low 1.7 mi 6.4
LEXINGTON LIFE ACADEMY Show Low 3.6 mi 5.6
Sequoia Village School Show Low 4.4 mi 4.0
MOUNTAIN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Show Low 5.1 mi 5.5
Linden Elementary School Show Low 5.4 mi 6.9
Blue Ridge Elementary School Lakeside 7.7 mi 4.8
Blue Ridge High School Lakeside 9.0 mi 6.5
Blue Ridge Jr High School Lakeside 9.0 mi 6.1
Taylor Elementary School Snowflake 14.2 mi 7.4
Taylor Intermediate School Snowflake 14.6 mi 7.9
George Washington Academy Mesa 15.3 mi 8.0
Northern AZ Academy for Career Dev. - Taylor Taylor 15.4 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,313

Median Home Value

$256,300

Median Rent

$1,009/mo

Population

18,821

College Educated

25.7%

Homeownership

74.9%

Avg Commute

22.6 min

Poverty Rate

12.8%

Median Age

49.3

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Parker Alternative School Parker, AZ 6.9
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SHEARIM TORAH HIGH SCHOOL Phoenix, AZ 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about White Mountain Institute

What grades does White Mountain Institute serve?

White Mountain Institute serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend White Mountain Institute?

White Mountain Institute has an enrollment of approximately 40 students.

How does White Mountain Institute rank in AZ?

White Mountain Institute ranks #753 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is White Mountain Institute's MySchoolScout rating?

White Mountain Institute has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 White Mountain Institute?

Based on loaded state assessment records, White Mountain Institute has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2019) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2019).

Is White Mountain Institute a charter school?

No, White Mountain Institute is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is White Mountain Institute a Title I school?

No, White Mountain Institute is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
40
Type
alternative
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Navajo County
4-Year Graduation
50%+

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