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Shiprock High

High School · CENTRAL

P.O. BOX 3578, Shiprock, NM 87420

Enrollment

539

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Score

5.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Mexico schools

#493 of 864

In Shiprock

#5 of 8

public schools

In district

#7 of 15

CENTRAL

School environment

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Shiprock High

5.9/10

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

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About Shiprock High

Shiprock High is a public high school in Shiprock, NM, part of CENTRAL. Shiprock High serves approximately 539 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Shiprock High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #493 of 864 schools in NM.

Structured state assessment records for Shiprock High show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • NM avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Shiprock 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.6Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.81 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.4Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency2.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)24% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-11.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile15th
College Readiness5.0Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate69%
AP Participation7.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,470
Chronic Absenteeism21.3%

Shiprock High — Students at Shiprock High score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

94.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 13.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 27.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 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
22%
ELA
42%
2010
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2011
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
38%
ELA
46%
2013
Math
26%
ELA
31%
2014
Math
4%
ELA
20%
2015
Math
3%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
5%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
7%
2018
Math
6%
ELA
31%
2019
Math
6%
ELA
31%
2020*
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2021*
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2022
Math
2.5%
ELA
22%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.6/10.

How Shiprock High Compares

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

Overall Score
5.9/10
43th percentile in NM
Academic
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.6/10
Average
Environment
9.4/10
Excellent
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.5
Sports
19
9 boys' · 10 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
94%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.3%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
7.6% participation·State avg: 2.5 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics19sports offered
9 boys'·10 girls'·33 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 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

P.O. BOX 3578, Shiprock, NM 87420

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Shiprock High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. KIRTLAND CENTRAL HIGH (rated 6.5/10, 18.9 miles away, in nearby Kirtland), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CAREER PREP ALTERNATIVE (rated 5.7/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Shiprock, see our Shiprock schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 23.6 mi
School Distance Rating
EVA B STOKELY ELEMENTARY Shiprock 0.2 mi 8.0
CAREER PREP ALTERNATIVE Shiprock 0.3 mi 5.7
TSE BIT AI MIDDLE Shiprock 0.8 mi 5.1
NIZHONI ELEMENTARY Shiprock 1.0 mi 4.5
DREAM DINE CHARTER SCHOOL Shiprock 1.8 mi
Shiprock Northwest High School Shiprock 2.1 mi
Atsa' Biya' a'zh Community School Shiprock 2.2 mi 7.7
MESA ELEMENTARY Shiprock 2.1 mi 5.9
OPEN BIBLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Waterflow 14.1 mi
OPEN BIBLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Waterflow 14.1 mi
Nenahnezad Community School Fruitland 16.9 mi 3.8
Beclabito Day School Shiprock 17.9 mi 8.2
JUDY NELSON ELEMENTARY Kirtland 18.3 mi 8.8
KIRTLAND CENTRAL HIGH Kirtland 18.9 mi 6.5
KIRTLAND MIDDLE Kirtland 19.1 mi 5.3
OJO AMARILLO ELEMENTARY Fruitland 19.8 mi 6.7
KIRTLAND ELEMENTARY Kirtland 19.7 mi 4.9
Sanostee Day School Sanostee 24.5 mi
Red Rock Day School Red Valley 22.9 mi 8.0
Red Valley/Cove High School Teec Nos Pos 23.6 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 87420 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$38,079

Median Home Value

$101,600

Median Rent

$693/mo

Population

11,048

College Educated

10.9%

Homeownership

54.9%

Avg Commute

31.9 min

Poverty Rate

27.9%

Median Age

35.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Shiprock High

What grades does Shiprock High serve?

Shiprock High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Shiprock High?

Shiprock High has an enrollment of approximately 539 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Shiprock High?

The student-teacher ratio at Shiprock High is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Shiprock High rank in NM?

Shiprock High ranks #493 of 864 schools in NM.

What is Shiprock High's MySchoolScout rating?

Shiprock High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Shiprock High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Shiprock High has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Shiprock High a charter school?

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

Is Shiprock High a Title I school?

No, Shiprock High is not currently a Title I school.

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

94.4% of students at Shiprock 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
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
539
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Free/Reduced Lunch
94.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
San Juan County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.3%
4-Year Graduation
69.0%

District

CENTRAL
District Enrollment
4,702
Schools in District
17
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,470
District Rank
#7 of 15

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