Serving 22 students in grades 5-12, Northern Arizona Distance Learning ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 22 students
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northern Arizona Distance Learning ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Northern Arizona Distance Learning's student population of 22 students has declined by 47% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
22 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
Northern Arizona Distance Learning ranks within the top 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northern Arizona Distance Learning is 0.61, 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
#694 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
14%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
14%
48%
Black
4%
6%
White
59%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
77%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northern Arizona Distance Learning's ranking?
Northern Arizona Distance Learning is ranked #694 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northern Arizona Distance Learning?
The graduation rate of Northern Arizona Distance Learning is 50%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Northern Arizona Distance Learning?
22 students attend Northern Arizona Distance Learning.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Northern Arizona Distance Learning students are White, 14% of students are American Indian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What grades does Northern Arizona Distance Learning offer ?
Northern Arizona Distance Learning offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Northern Arizona Distance Learning part of?
Northern Arizona Distance Learning is part of Flagstaff Unified District (4192) School District.
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