Alchesay High School is a public high school on the Fort Apache Indian Reservation in Whiteriver, Arizona, Navajo County. It was founded in 1956 and named after Chief Alchesay, who was a key person in the formation of the White Mountain Apache tribe. The first graduating class graduated in 1960.
Serving 806 students in grades 9-12, Alchesay High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 806 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alchesay High School's student population of 806 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
806 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1956
Colors
Gold, Columbia blue, Maize
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alchesay High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alchesay High School is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1910 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
99%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
n/a
48%
Black
n/a
6%
White
n/a
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65-69%
77%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Falcon
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alchesay High School's ranking?
Alchesay High School is ranked #1910 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alchesay High School?
The graduation rate of Alchesay High School is 65-69%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Alchesay High School?
806 students attend Alchesay High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Alchesay High School students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alchesay High School?
Alchesay High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Alchesay High School offer ?
Alchesay High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alchesay High School part of?
Alchesay High School is part of Whiteriver Unified District (4394) School District.
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