For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 2,681 students in 86045, AZ.
The top-ranked public schools in 86045, AZ are Nizhoni Accelerated Academy, Tsinaabaas Habitiin Elementary School and Dzil Libei Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 86045 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 14% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 86045, AZ have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 86045, AZ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nizhoni Accelerated Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
67 East Spruce Dr.
Tuba City, AZ 86045
(928) 283-1070
Tuba City, AZ 86045
(928) 283-1070
Gr: 7-12 | 36 students
Rank: #22.
Tsinaabaas Habitiin Elementary School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
Hwy 89 2 Miles East Of Gap Tr
Tuba City, AZ 86045
(928) 283-1090
Tuba City, AZ 86045
(928) 283-1090
Gr: PK-5 | 29 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
Rank: #33.
Dzil Libei Elementary School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
67 E Fir Street
Tuba City, AZ 86045
(928) 232-1080
Tuba City, AZ 86045
(928) 232-1080
Gr: PK-6 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1
Rank: #44.
Native - Tuba City High School
Vocational School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 15-19% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
Warrior Drive
Tuba City, AZ 86045
(928) 283-1045
Tuba City, AZ 86045
(928) 283-1045
Gr: 9-12 | 4 students
Rank: #55.
Tuba City Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
Maple Street
Tuba City, AZ 86045
(928) 283-1020
Tuba City, AZ 86045
(928) 283-1020
Gr: PK-5 | 406 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: #66.
Tuba City High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
Warrior Drive
Tuba City, AZ 86045
(928) 283-1050
Tuba City, AZ 86045
(928) 283-1050
Gr: 9-12 | 666 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Tuba City Junior High School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
67 East Fir Street
Tuba City, AZ 86045
(928) 283-1040
Tuba City, AZ 86045
(928) 283-1040
Gr: 6-8 | 230 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
160 Warrior Drive
Tuba City, AZ 86045
(928) 283-6271
Tuba City, AZ 86045
(928) 283-6271
Gr: 9-12 | 167 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: n/an/a
322 Az-hwy 264
Tuba City, AZ 86045
(928) 283-5361
Tuba City, AZ 86045
(928) 283-5361
Gr: K-6 | 89 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: n/an/a
Native - Greyhills High School
Vocational School
160 Warrior Dr
Tuba City, AZ 86045
(928) 466-8668
Tuba City, AZ 86045
(928) 466-8668
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
306 Main St
Tuba City, AZ 86045
(928) 283-2330
Tuba City, AZ 86045
(928) 283-2330
Gr: K-8 | 1,040 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 86045, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 86045, AZ include Nizhoni Accelerated Academy, Tsinaabaas Habitiin Elementary School and Dzil Libei Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 86045?
11 public schools are located in 86045.
What is the racial composition of students in 86045?
86045 public schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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