Shonto Preparatory School serves 226 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 34%). 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 10:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 226 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Math Proficiency: 30-34%
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9%
- Science Proficiency: ≤10%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shonto Preparatory School's student population of 226 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 57% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
226 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Shonto Preparatory School is 0.00, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
American Indian
100%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
49%
Black
n/a
6%
White
n/a
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)57.5%
41.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
41%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Shonto Preparatory School?
226 students attend Shonto Preparatory School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Shonto Preparatory School students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shonto Preparatory School?
Shonto Preparatory School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Shonto Preparatory School offer ?
Shonto Preparatory School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shonto Preparatory School part of?
Shonto Preparatory School is part of Shonto Preparatory School District.
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