Below Average
#793 of 864 schools in NM
Navajo Middle School
Middle School · GALLUP
1 WEST WALNUT AVE, Navajo, NM 87328
Enrollment
195
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
4.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
195
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
4.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#793 of 864
In Navajo
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#30 of 32
GALLUP
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Navajo Middle School
Middle School in Navajo · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Navajo Middle School
Navajo Middle School is a public middle school in Navajo, NM, part of GALLUP. Navajo Middle School serves approximately 195 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 19.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Navajo Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #793 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Navajo Middle School show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 5.7
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 195 students, Navajo Middle 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.
Navajo Middle 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.
90% of students at Navajo Middle 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
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Navajo Middle School — Students at Navajo Middle School score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 22 test records from NM state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.1/10.
How Navajo Middle School Compares
See how Navajo Middle School 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
1 WEST WALNUT AVE, Navajo, NM 87328
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Navajo Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Tsehootsooi Intermediate Learning Center (rated 6.6/10, 11.5 miles away, in nearby Fort Defiance), which scores notably higher. Another option is Tsehootsooi Middle School (rated 6.3/10, 11.5 miles away, in nearby Fort Defiance), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TOHATCHI MIDDLE (rated 6.3/10, 16.2 miles away, in nearby Tohatchi), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Navajo, see our Navajo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 24.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NAVAJO PINE HIGH Navajo | 0.1 mi | 4.6 |
| DZIT DIT LOOL SCHOOL OF EMPOWERMENT ACTION AND PERSEVERANCE Navajo | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| NAVAJO ELEMENTARY Navajo | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Integrated Preschool Fort Defiance | 10.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Tsehootsooi Primary Learning Center Fort Defiance | 10.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Window Rock High School Fort Defiance | 10.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Crystal Boarding School Navajo | 10.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Tsehootsooi Intermediate Learning Center Fort Defiance | 11.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Tsehootsooi Middle School Fort Defiance | 11.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Tsehootsooi Dine Bi'Olta Fort Defiance | 15.3 mi | 7.5 |
| ST MICHAELS ASSOC FOR SP ED Saint Michaels | 15.9 mi | — |
| HILLTOP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Tse Bonito | 17.1 mi | 7.0 |
| TOHATCHI ELEMENTARY Tohatchi | 16.0 mi | 5.4 |
| TOHATCHI HIGH Tohatchi | 16.1 mi | 5.8 |
| TOHATCHI MIDDLE Tohatchi | 16.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Ch'ooshgai Community School Tohatchi | 16.7 mi | 7.5 |
| WILDCAT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Gallup | 20.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Hunters Point Boarding School St. Michaels | 21.9 mi | 7.0 |
| TWIN LAKES ELEMENTARY Gallup | 19.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Tohaali' Community School Newcomb | 24.6 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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|---|---|
| CUBA MIDDLE Cuba, NM | 4.0 |
| POJOAQUE MIDDLE Santa Fe, NM | 4.2 |
| SOUTHWEST PREPARATORY LEARNING CENTER Albuquerque, NM | 4.3 |
| JAL JR HIGH Jal, NM | 4.5 |
| POLK MIDDLE Albuquerque, NM | 4.5 |
| UNION ELEMENTARY Las Vegas, NM | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Navajo Middle School
What grades does Navajo Middle School serve?
Navajo Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Navajo Middle School?
Navajo Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 195 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Navajo Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Navajo Middle School is 19.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Navajo Middle School rank in NM?
Navajo Middle School ranks #793 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Navajo Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Navajo Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Navajo Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Navajo Middle School has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Navajo Middle School a charter school?
No, Navajo Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Navajo Middle School a Title I school?
No, Navajo Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Navajo Middle School?
88.7% of students at Navajo Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 195
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- McKinley County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 90.3%
- Phone
- (505) 721-5300
Resources & Links
District
GALLUP- District Enrollment
- 12,439
- Schools in District
- 33
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,769
- District Rank
- #30 of 32
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