Mexican Hat School serves 233 students in grades Prekindergarten-6.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 45-49% (which was lower than the Utah state average of 73%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 40-44% (which was lower than the Utah state average of 81%).
Minority enrollment was 97% of the student body (majority American Indian), which was higher than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
233 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)45-49%
73%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)40-44%
81%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
22:1
American Indian
97%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
20%
Black
n/a
1%
White
3%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 73% UT state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 81% UT state average).
How many students attend Mexican Hat School?
233 students attend Mexican Hat School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Mexican Hat School students are American Indian, and 3% of students are White.
What grades does Mexican Hat School offer ?
Mexican Hat School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Mexican Hat School part of?
Mexican Hat School is part of San Juan School District.
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