Serving 284 students in grades 7-8, Tsehootsooi Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Tsehootsooi Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Fort Defiance, AZ, encompassing approximately 437.2 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the zone edge being 12.5 miles and the furthest edge located 22.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tsehootsooi Middle School's student population of 284 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
284 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Our Children, Learning is First
School Rankings
Tsehootsooi Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tsehootsooi Middle School is 0.04, 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
#1708 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
98%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
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)66.2%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch (22-23)
45%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
100%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tsehootsooi Middle School's ranking?
Tsehootsooi Middle School is ranked #1708 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Tsehootsooi Middle School?
284 students attend Tsehootsooi Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Tsehootsooi Middle School students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tsehootsooi Middle School?
Tsehootsooi Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tsehootsooi Middle School offer ?
Tsehootsooi Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tsehootsooi Middle School part of?
Tsehootsooi Middle School is part of Window Rock Unified District (4154).
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