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#736 of 864 schools in NM

Navajo Pine High

High School · GALLUP

4 WEST WALNUT AVE, Navajo, NM 87328

Enrollment

253

Student-Teacher

23:1

Score

4.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Mexico schools

#736 of 864

In Navajo

#4 of 5

public schools

In district

#25 of 32

GALLUP

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Navajo Pine High

4.6/10

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

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4.1/10

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About Navajo Pine High

Navajo Pine High is a public high school in Navajo, NM, part of GALLUP. Navajo Pine High serves approximately 253 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 23:1 student-teacher ratio. Navajo Pine High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #736 of 864 schools in NM.

Structured state assessment records for Navajo Pine High show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 4.6 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.3
  • NM avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Navajo Pine High 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.

Navajo Pine High runs 23:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Navajo Pine High 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 Progress6.7Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change-1.75 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.7Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency15% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-14.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile9th
College Readiness6.4Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate57%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment1.8Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio23:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,769
Chronic Absenteeism91.7%

Navajo Pine High — Students at Navajo Pine High score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

90.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 12.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 23.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 22 test records from NM state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
24.5%
ELA
54.5%
2010
Math
24.5%
ELA
15%
2011
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2012
Math
24.5%
ELA
34.5%
2013
Math
17%
ELA
12%
2014
Math
2.5%
ELA
22%
2015
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2018
Math
2.5%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
2.5%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
5%
ELA
15%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.7/10.

How Navajo Pine High Compares

See how Navajo Pine High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.6/10
15th percentile in NM
Academic
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.7/10
Average
Environment
1.8/10
Needs Improvement
Sports
3
2 boys' · 1 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
90%
Teaching Staff
23:1 student-teacher ratio
11 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
91.7%

Programs & Offerings

Athletics3sports offered
2 boys'·1 girls'·2 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

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

Location

4 WEST WALNUT AVE, Navajo, NM 87328

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Navajo Pine High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Window Rock High School (rated 6.3/10, 10.7 miles away, in nearby Fort Defiance), which scores notably higher. Another option is DZIT DIT LOOL SCHOOL OF EMPOWERMENT ACTION AND PERSEVERANCE (rated 6.0/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TOHATCHI HIGH (rated 5.8/10, 16.1 miles away, in nearby Tohatchi), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Navajo, see our Navajo schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 24.7 mi
School Distance Rating
NAVAJO MIDDLE SCHOOL Navajo 0.1 mi 4.1
DZIT DIT LOOL SCHOOL OF EMPOWERMENT ACTION AND PERSEVERANCE Navajo 0.4 mi 6.0
NAVAJO ELEMENTARY Navajo 0.5 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 16.1 mi 5.4
TOHATCHI HIGH Tohatchi 16.1 mi 5.8
TOHATCHI MIDDLE Tohatchi 16.2 mi 6.3
Ch'ooshgai Community School Tohatchi 16.8 mi 7.5
WILDCAT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Gallup 20.3 mi 7.6
Hunters Point Boarding School St. Michaels 21.9 mi 7.0
TWIN LAKES ELEMENTARY Gallup 20.0 mi 7.9
Tohaali' Community School Newcomb 24.7 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 Navajo Pine High

What grades does Navajo Pine High serve?

Navajo Pine High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Navajo Pine High?

Navajo Pine High has an enrollment of approximately 253 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Navajo Pine High?

The student-teacher ratio at Navajo Pine High is 23:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Navajo Pine High rank in NM?

Navajo Pine High ranks #736 of 864 schools in NM.

What is Navajo Pine High's MySchoolScout rating?

Navajo Pine High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Pine High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Navajo Pine High has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Navajo Pine High a charter school?

No, Navajo Pine High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Navajo Pine High a Title I school?

No, Navajo Pine High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Navajo Pine High?

90.1% of students at Navajo Pine High 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
20 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
253
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
Teachers (FTE)
11
Free/Reduced Lunch
90.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
McKinley County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
91.7%
4-Year Graduation
57.0%

District

GALLUP
District Enrollment
12,439
Schools in District
33
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,769
District Rank
#25 of 32

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