Serving 16 students in grades 9-12, Navajo County Instruction For Success (Ncis) ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 16 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Navajo County Instruction For Success (Ncis) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Navajo County Instruction For Success (Ncis)'s student population of 16 students has declined by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
16 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Navajo County Instruction For Success (Ncis) is 0.58, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
17:1
American Indian
57%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
31%
47%
Black
n/a
6%
White
6%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
77%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
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?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Navajo County Instruction For Success (Ncis)?
The graduation rate of Navajo County Instruction For Success (Ncis) is 50%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Navajo County Instruction For Success (Ncis)?
16 students attend Navajo County Instruction For Success (Ncis).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Navajo County Instruction For Success (Ncis) students are American Indian, 31% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Navajo County Instruction For Success (Ncis)?
Navajo County Instruction For Success (Ncis) has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Navajo County Instruction For Success (Ncis) offer ?
Navajo County Instruction For Success (Ncis) offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Navajo County Instruction For Success (Ncis) part of?
Navajo County Instruction For Success (Ncis) is part of Navajo County Accommodation District #99 (4386) School District.
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