Dennehotso Boarding School serves 132 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 132 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Math Proficiency: ≤5%
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dennehotso Boarding School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Dennehotso Boarding School's student population of 132 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
132 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Dennehotso Boarding School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
100%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
47%
Black
n/a
6%
White
n/a
35%
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%
29%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Dennehotso Boarding School?
132 students attend Dennehotso Boarding School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Dennehotso Boarding School students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dennehotso Boarding School?
Dennehotso Boarding School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dennehotso Boarding School offer ?
Dennehotso Boarding School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Dennehotso Boarding School part of?
Dennehotso Boarding School is part of Dennehotso Boarding School District.
School Reviews
5 8/9/2019
DBS Has wonderful staff. The teachers work hard to ensure students have a positive learning experience.
4 3/2/2019
This school is a very good school in a small quiet town. The teachers are excellent.
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