Zuni High

Zuni High School is a public high school located in Zuni, New Mexico, serving grades 9-12 with a total enrollment of 310 students. The school is part of the Zuni District, which is ranked 81 out of 82 districts in the state and is rated 0 stars out of 5 by SchoolDigger.

Zuni High consistently ranks among the lowest-performing high schools in New Mexico, with a statewide ranking between 130-170 out of 131-172 high schools in recent years. The school's performance on standardized tests is significantly below the state average, with only 14-19% of students proficient or better in language arts and science. Additionally, Zuni High has had four-year graduation rates ranging from 72.7% to 82.9% in recent years, which are lower than the state average. However, the nearby Ramah High School, which is in a different district, outperforms Zuni High in academic proficiency, graduation rates, and overall statewide ranking, despite serving a similar demographic of students.

The low student-teacher ratio at Zuni High, ranging from 10.7 to 15.8 in recent years, suggests that class size may not be a significant factor in the school's underperformance. Other factors, such as curriculum, instructional practices, school leadership, and community engagement, may play a more significant role in the school's challenges. Addressing these underlying factors will be crucial for improving the educational opportunities and outcomes for Zuni High's students.