Very Good
#191 of 864 schools in NM
Top 22% in state
Based on limited data
Ch'ooshgai Community School
Elementary School · Ch'ooshgai Community School
PO Box 321, Tohatchi, NM 87325
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NM statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
198
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
198
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#191 of 864
In Tohatchi
#1 of 4
public schools
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Ch'ooshgai Community School
Elementary School in Tohatchi · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ch'ooshgai Community School
Ch'ooshgai Community School is a public elementary school in Tohatchi, NM, part of Ch'ooshgai Community School. Ch'ooshgai Community School serves approximately 198 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Ch'ooshgai Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #191 of 864 schools in NM.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 198 students, Ch'ooshgai Community School 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.
At 9:1 students to teachers, Ch'ooshgai Community School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Ch'ooshgai Community School 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
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Ch'ooshgai Community School Compares
See how Ch'ooshgai Community School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 321, Tohatchi, NM 87325
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ch'ooshgai Community School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Crystal Boarding School (rated 8.1/10, 18.2 miles away, in nearby Navajo), which scores slightly higher. Another option is TWIN LAKES ELEMENTARY (rated 7.9/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby Gallup), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, LINCOLN ELEMENTARY (rated 7.9/10, 22.6 miles away, in nearby Gallup), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Tohatchi, see our Tohatchi schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 22.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TOHATCHI MIDDLE Tohatchi | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| TOHATCHI ELEMENTARY Tohatchi | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| TOHATCHI HIGH Tohatchi | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| TWIN LAKES ELEMENTARY Gallup | 9.4 mi | 7.9 |
| NASCHITTI ELEMENTARY Sheep Springs | 15.3 mi | 5.9 |
| CHEE DODGE ELEMENTARY Yah Ta Hey | 17.2 mi | 6.0 |
| WILDCAT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Gallup | 17.5 mi | 7.6 |
| NAVAJO ELEMENTARY Navajo | 16.3 mi | 5.2 |
| DZIT DIT LOOL SCHOOL OF EMPOWERMENT ACTION AND PERSEVERANCE Navajo | 16.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Crystal Boarding School Navajo | 18.2 mi | 8.1 |
| NAVAJO MIDDLE SCHOOL Navajo | 16.7 mi | 4.1 |
| NAVAJO PINE HIGH Navajo | 16.8 mi | 4.6 |
| DEL NORTE ELEMENTARY Gallup | 21.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Window Rock High School Fort Defiance | 18.3 mi | 6.3 |
| EDUCATION DEV CENTER Gallup | 22.1 mi | — |
| Integrated Preschool Fort Defiance | 18.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Tsehootsooi Primary Learning Center Fort Defiance | 18.3 mi | 6.4 |
| SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Gallup | 22.3 mi | 7.6 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY Gallup | 22.3 mi | 6.0 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY Gallup | 22.6 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87325 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$32,731
Median Home Value
$63,700
Median Rent
$638/mo
Population
2,231
College Educated
8.9%
Homeownership
87.3%
Avg Commute
44.3 min
Poverty Rate
43.6%
Median Age
37.5
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| ZIA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 7.5 |
| ACEQUIA MADRE ELEMENTARY Santa Fe, NM | 7.6 |
| LOS PADILLAS ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 7.6 |
| LUIS E. ARMIJO ELEMENTARY Las Vegas, NM | 7.4 |
| RIO GRANDE ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS Albuquerque, NM | 7.6 |
| SANDOVAL ACADEMY OF BILINGUAL EDUCATION Rio Rancho, NM | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ch'ooshgai Community School
What grades does Ch'ooshgai Community School serve?
Ch'ooshgai Community School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Ch'ooshgai Community School?
Ch'ooshgai Community School has an enrollment of approximately 198 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ch'ooshgai Community School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ch'ooshgai Community School is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ch'ooshgai Community School rank in NM?
Ch'ooshgai Community School ranks #191 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Ch'ooshgai Community School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ch'ooshgai Community School 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.
Is Ch'ooshgai Community School a charter school?
No, Ch'ooshgai Community School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ch'ooshgai Community School a Title I school?
No, Ch'ooshgai Community School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ch'ooshgai Community School?
98.5% of students at Ch'ooshgai Community School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 198
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- McKinley County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.4%
- Phone
- (505) 733-2700
Resources & Links
District
Ch'ooshgai Community School- District Enrollment
- 198
- Schools in District
- 1
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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