Serving 247 students in grades 6-8, Tuba City Junior High 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 8% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 247 students
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tuba City Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Tuba City Junior High School's student population of 247 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
247 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
27 teachers
School Rankings
Tuba City Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tuba City Junior High 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
#1870 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
98%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
48%
Black
n/a
6%
White
n/a
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
88%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tuba City Junior High School's ranking?
Tuba City Junior High School is ranked #1870 out of 1,956 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?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Tuba City Junior High School?
247 students attend Tuba City Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Tuba City Junior High School students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Tuba City Junior High School offer ?
Tuba City Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tuba City Junior High School part of?
Tuba City Junior High School is part of Tuba City Unified School District #15 (4197).
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