Serving 920 students in grades 9-12, Chinle 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 35%). 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 15:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 920 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Graduation Rate: 76% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chinle High School's student population of 920 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
920 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chinle 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 Chinle 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
#1578 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
99%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
47%
Black
1%
6%
White
n/a
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
76%
77%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chinle High School's ranking?
Chinle High School is ranked #1578 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Chinle High School often compared to?
Chinle High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ganado High School, Red Mesa High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% 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 Chinle High School?
The graduation rate of Chinle High School is 76%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Chinle High School?
920 students attend Chinle High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Chinle High School students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chinle High School?
Chinle High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chinle High School offer ?
Chinle High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Chinle High School part of?
Chinle High School is part of Chinle Unified District (4158) School District.
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