Serving 279 students in grades 9-12, Tohatchi High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 279 students
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Tohatchi High serves the northwest part of its school district in Tohatchi, NM, covering an area of approximately 540.7 square miles. Families typically live 20 to 30 minutes away from the school, with an average distance of 12.7 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 20.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tohatchi High School's student population of 279 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
279 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
25 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Tohatchi High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tohatchi High School is 0.06, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#774 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
24%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
33%
American Indian
97%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
70-74%
76.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
12%
6%
Showing 2003–2012. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Cougar colors
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tohatchi High School's ranking?
Tohatchi High School is ranked #774 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tohatchi High School?
The graduation rate of Tohatchi High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 76.5%.
How many students attend Tohatchi High School?
279 students attend Tohatchi High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Tohatchi High School students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Tohatchi High School offer ?
Tohatchi High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tohatchi High School part of?
Tohatchi High School is part of Gallup School District.
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