Tuba City Unified School District #15

The Tuba City Unified School District #15 in Arizona operates 6 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools, serving a predominantly Native American student population.

Among the standout schools, Tuba City Elementary School has the lowest student-teacher ratio and the highest percentage of free/reduced lunch recipients at 90%, while Dzil Libei Elementary School has the highest student-teacher ratio and the highest percentage of Hispanic students. At the high school level, Nizhoni Accelerated Academy stands out with the smallest enrollment, the lowest four-year graduation rate, and the highest dropout rate.

Across the district, academic performance is consistently low, with proficiency rates in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science significantly below state averages. Graduation rates range from 45.4% at Nizhoni Accelerated Academy to 74.4% at Tuba City High School, while dropout rates vary from 5.2% at Tuba City Junior High School to 15.2% at Nizhoni Accelerated Academy. The high percentage of students eligible for free/reduced lunch, ranging from 75.86% to 95%, suggests significant socioeconomic challenges in the district.