Tuba City Boarding School serves 1,068 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,068 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Math Proficiency: 27%
- Reading Proficiency: 17%
- Science Proficiency: 22%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tuba City Boarding School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Tuba City Boarding School's student population of 1,068 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,068 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Tuba City Boarding 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)
27%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
100%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
48%
Black
n/a
6%
White
n/a
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
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
100%
40%
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 schools are Tuba City Boarding School often compared to?
Tuba City Boarding Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tuba City Elementary School, Tuba City Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Tuba City Boarding School?
1,068 students attend Tuba City Boarding School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Tuba City Boarding School students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tuba City Boarding School?
Tuba City Boarding School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tuba City Boarding School offer ?
Tuba City Boarding School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tuba City Boarding School part of?
Tuba City Boarding School is part of Tuba City Boarding School District.
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