Serving 430 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Tsehootsooi Primary Learning Center 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 430 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Tsehootsooi Primary Learning Center's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Fort Defiance, AZ, covering an area of approximately 437.2 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 124.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tsehootsooi Primary Learning Center's student population of 430 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
430 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tsehootsooi Primary Learning Center 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 Primary Learning Center 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
#1745 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
American Indian
98%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)87.7%
41.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (22-23)
47%
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 Primary Learning Center's ranking?
Tsehootsooi Primary Learning Center is ranked #1745 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Tsehootsooi Primary Learning Center?
430 students attend Tsehootsooi Primary Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Tsehootsooi Primary Learning Center students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tsehootsooi Primary Learning Center?
Tsehootsooi Primary Learning Center has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tsehootsooi Primary Learning Center offer ?
Tsehootsooi Primary Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tsehootsooi Primary Learning Center part of?
Tsehootsooi Primary Learning Center is part of Window Rock Unified District (4154).
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