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#466 of 864 schools in NM
Dzit Dit Lool School of Empowerment Action and Perseverance
High School · DZIT DIT LOOL SCHOOL OF EMPOWERMENT ACTION AND PERSEVERANCE
PO BOX 156, Navajo, NM 87328
Enrollment
53
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
6.0
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
53
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
6.0
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#466 of 864
In Navajo
#2 of 5
public schools
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Dzit Dit Lool School of Empowerment Action and Perseverance
High School in Navajo · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Dzit Dit Lool School of Empowerment Action and Perseverance
Dzit Dit Lool School of Empowerment Action and Perseverance is a public high school in Navajo, NM, part of DZIT DIT LOOL SCHOOL OF EMPOWERMENT ACTION AND PERSEVERANCE. Dzit Dit Lool School of Empowerment Action and Perseverance serves approximately 53 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Dzit Dit Lool School of Empowerment Action and Perseverance has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #466 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Dzit Dit Lool School of Empowerment Action and Perseverance show 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- NM avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 53 students, Dzit Dit Lool School of Empowerment Action and Perseverance 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.
Test scores at Dzit Dit Lool School of Empowerment Action and Perseverance 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.
Dzit Dit Lool School of Empowerment Action and Perseverance is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Dzit Dit Lool School of Empowerment Action and Perseverance — Students at Dzit Dit Lool School of Empowerment Action and Perseverance score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 11 test records from NM state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.4/10.
How Dzit Dit Lool School of Empowerment Action and Perseverance Compares
See how Dzit Dit Lool School of Empowerment Action and Perseverance performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
PO BOX 156, Navajo, NM 87328
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dzit Dit Lool School of Empowerment Action and Perseverance may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Window Rock High School (rated 6.3/10, 11.0 miles away, in nearby Fort Defiance), with a very similar rating. Another option is TOHATCHI HIGH (rated 5.8/10, 15.9 miles away, in nearby Tohatchi), with a very similar rating. Additionally, NAVAJO PINE HIGH (rated 4.6/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Navajo, see our Navajo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 24.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NAVAJO ELEMENTARY Navajo | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| NAVAJO MIDDLE SCHOOL Navajo | 0.4 mi | 4.1 |
| NAVAJO PINE HIGH Navajo | 0.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Integrated Preschool Fort Defiance | 10.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Tsehootsooi Primary Learning Center Fort Defiance | 10.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Crystal Boarding School Navajo | 10.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Window Rock High School Fort Defiance | 11.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Tsehootsooi Intermediate Learning Center Fort Defiance | 11.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Tsehootsooi Middle School Fort Defiance | 11.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Tsehootsooi Dine Bi'Olta Fort Defiance | 15.6 mi | 7.5 |
| ST MICHAELS ASSOC FOR SP ED Saint Michaels | 16.2 mi | — |
| HILLTOP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Tse Bonito | 17.4 mi | 7.0 |
| TOHATCHI ELEMENTARY Tohatchi | 15.9 mi | 5.4 |
| TOHATCHI HIGH Tohatchi | 15.9 mi | 5.8 |
| TOHATCHI MIDDLE Tohatchi | 16.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Ch'ooshgai Community School Tohatchi | 16.5 mi | 7.5 |
| WILDCAT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Gallup | 20.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Hunters Point Boarding School St. Michaels | 22.2 mi | 7.0 |
| TWIN LAKES ELEMENTARY Gallup | 19.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Tohaali' Community School Newcomb | 24.3 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87328 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$29,833
Median Home Value
$60,500
Median Rent
$636/mo
Population
3,017
College Educated
10.1%
Homeownership
32.4%
Avg Commute
29.6 min
Poverty Rate
48.4%
Median Age
29.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dzit Dit Lool School of Empowerment Action and Perseverance
What grades does Dzit Dit Lool School of Empowerment Action and Perseverance serve?
Dzit Dit Lool School of Empowerment Action and Perseverance serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Dzit Dit Lool School of Empowerment Action and Perseverance?
Dzit Dit Lool School of Empowerment Action and Perseverance has an enrollment of approximately 53 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dzit Dit Lool School of Empowerment Action and Perseverance?
The student-teacher ratio at Dzit Dit Lool School of Empowerment Action and Perseverance is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dzit Dit Lool School of Empowerment Action and Perseverance rank in NM?
Dzit Dit Lool School of Empowerment Action and Perseverance ranks #466 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Dzit Dit Lool School of Empowerment Action and Perseverance's MySchoolScout rating?
Dzit Dit Lool School of Empowerment Action and Perseverance has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Dzit Dit Lool School of Empowerment Action and Perseverance?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dzit Dit Lool School of Empowerment Action and Perseverance has 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).
Is Dzit Dit Lool School of Empowerment Action and Perseverance a charter school?
Yes, Dzit Dit Lool School of Empowerment Action and Perseverance is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Dzit Dit Lool School of Empowerment Action and Perseverance a Title I school?
No, Dzit Dit Lool School of Empowerment Action and Perseverance is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dzit Dit Lool School of Empowerment Action and Perseverance?
64.2% of students at Dzit Dit Lool School of Empowerment Action and Perseverance qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 53
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- McKinley County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.9%
- Phone
- (505) 777-2053
- 4-Year Graduation
- <50%
Resources & Links
District
DZIT DIT LOOL SCHOOL OF EMPOWERMENT ACTION AND PERSEVERANCE- District Enrollment
- 53
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,735
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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