Serving 253 students in grades 9-12, Navajo Pine 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 ≤10% (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%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 253 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 57% (Btm 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Navajo Pine High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Navajo Pine High School's student population of 253 students has grown by 127% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
253 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Navajo Pine 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 Navajo Pine High School is 0.55, 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
#720 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
13:1
American Indian
62%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
26%
62%
Black
2%
2%
White
8%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)57%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Navajo Pine High School's ranking?
Navajo Pine High School is ranked #720 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?
≤10% 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 Navajo Pine High School?
The graduation rate of Navajo Pine High School is 57%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Navajo Pine High School?
253 students attend Navajo Pine High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Navajo Pine High School students are American Indian, 26% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Navajo Pine High School?
Navajo Pine High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Navajo Pine High School offer ?
Navajo Pine High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Navajo Pine High School part of?
Navajo Pine High School is part of Gallup School District.
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