Shiprock Northwest High School serves 151 students in grades 7-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is approximately equal to the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 151 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Graduation Rate: 50-59%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24%
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14%
- Science Proficiency: 30-39%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shiprock Northwest High School's student population of 151 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
151 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1990
School Rankings
The diversity score of Shiprock Northwest High School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
100%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
63%
Black
n/a
2%
White
n/a
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(19-20)50-59%
77%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.8%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
85%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Baby Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Shiprock Northwest High School?
The graduation rate of Shiprock Northwest High School is 50-59%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 77%.
How many students attend Shiprock Northwest High School?
151 students attend Shiprock Northwest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Shiprock Northwest High School students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shiprock Northwest High School?
Shiprock Northwest High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Shiprock Northwest High School offer ?
Shiprock Northwest High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shiprock Northwest High School part of?
Shiprock Northwest High School is part of Shiprock Northwest High School District.
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