Window Rock High School is a public high school in Fort Defiance, a census-designated place in unincorporated Apache County, Arizona. WRHS is the only high school in the Window Rock Unified School District.
Serving 566 students in grades 9-12, Window Rock 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 566 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Top 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Window Rock High School's student population of 566 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
566 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1950
Colors
Grey, Columbia blue
School Calendar
School Motto
It's Who we are...It's what we do!
School Rankings
Window Rock High 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 Window Rock High School is 0.02, 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
#1537 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
99%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
48%
Black
n/a
6%
White
n/a
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
97%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Fighting Scouts
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Window Rock High School's ranking?
Window Rock High School is ranked #1537 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Window Rock High School?
The graduation rate of Window Rock High School is 80-84%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Window Rock High School?
566 students attend Window Rock High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Window Rock High School students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Window Rock High School?
Window Rock High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Window Rock High School offer ?
Window Rock High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Window Rock High School part of?
Window Rock High School is part of Window Rock Unified District (4154).
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