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Shiprock Northwest High School
High School · Shiprock Northwest High School
PO Box 1809, Shiprock, NM 87420
Enrollment
150
Student-Teacher
21.4:1
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
150
Student-Teacher
21.4:1
Grades
7th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Shiprock Northwest High School
Shiprock Northwest High School is a public high school in Shiprock, NM, part of the Shiprock Northwest High School. The school serves approximately 150 students in grades 7th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 21.4:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $38,079, where 11% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a distant town setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 150 students, Shiprock Northwest High School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
The student-teacher ratio at Shiprock Northwest High School is 21.4:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 150 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.4:1
- Address
- PO Box 1809, Shiprock, NM 87420
- Website
- sasischools.net
- Phone
- (505) 368-2100
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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How Shiprock Northwest High School Compares
See how Shiprock Northwest High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 1809, Shiprock, NM 87420
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Shiprock Northwest High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CAREER PREP ALTERNATIVE (rated 6.5/10, 2.3 miles away). Another option is KIRTLAND CENTRAL HIGH (rated 6.3/10, 18.6 miles away, in nearby Kirtland). Additionally, SHIPROCK HIGH (rated 4.4/10, 2.1 miles away). For more schools in Shiprock, see our Shiprock schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 24.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Atsa' Biya' a'zh Community School Shiprock | 0.1 mi | 8.0 |
| MESA ELEMENTARY Shiprock | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| DREAM DINE CHARTER SCHOOL Shiprock | 1.6 mi | — |
| SHIPROCK HIGH Shiprock | 2.1 mi | 4.4 |
| EVA B STOKELY ELEMENTARY Shiprock | 2.2 mi | 8.0 |
| CAREER PREP ALTERNATIVE Shiprock | 2.3 mi | 6.5 |
| TSE BIT AI MIDDLE Shiprock | 2.9 mi | 5.2 |
| NIZHONI ELEMENTARY Shiprock | 3.1 mi | 3.8 |
| OPEN BIBLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Waterflow | 13.9 mi | — |
| OPEN BIBLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Waterflow | 13.9 mi | — |
| Nenahnezad Community School Fruitland | 16.8 mi | 3.7 |
| JUDY NELSON ELEMENTARY Kirtland | 18.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Beclabito Day School Shiprock | 18.1 mi | 8.1 |
| KIRTLAND CENTRAL HIGH Kirtland | 18.6 mi | 6.3 |
| KIRTLAND MIDDLE Kirtland | 18.8 mi | 5.2 |
| KIRTLAND ELEMENTARY Kirtland | 19.4 mi | 5.1 |
| OJO AMARILLO ELEMENTARY Fruitland | 19.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Sanostee Day School Sanostee | 26.7 mi | — |
| Kwiyagat Community Academy Tawoac | 27.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Red Rock Day School Red Valley | 24.6 mi | 8.1 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Shiprock Northwest High School has a median household income of $38,079. It is a community where 11% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $101,600, with a median rent of $693/month. The area has a poverty rate of 27.9%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| PECOS HIGH Pecos, NM | 2.6 |
| NEW AMERICA SCHOOL Albuquerque, NM | 3.6 |
| MORA HIGH Mora, NM | 3.8 |
| TEXICO HIGH Texico, NM | 3.8 |
| CAPITAN HIGH Capitan, NM | 3.9 |
| RIO RANCHO CYBER ACADEMY Rio Rancho, NM | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Shiprock Northwest High School
What grades does Shiprock Northwest High School serve?
Shiprock Northwest High School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Shiprock Northwest High School?
Shiprock Northwest High School has an enrollment of approximately 150 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Shiprock Northwest High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Shiprock Northwest High School is 21.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Shiprock Northwest High School a charter school?
No, Shiprock Northwest High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Shiprock Northwest High School a Title I school?
No, Shiprock Northwest High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Shiprock Northwest High School?
98.0% of students at Shiprock Northwest High 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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Neighborhood Context
- County Safety
- Average (605/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 150
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- San Juan County
- Phone
- (505) 368-2100
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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