Serving 29 students in grades 9-12, Nizhoni Accelerated Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 44%).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 29 students
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (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
Nizhoni Accelerated Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Nizhoni Accelerated Academy's student population of 29 students has grown by 52% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
29 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (17-18)
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Nizhoni Accelerated Academy is 0.00, 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)
(17-18)<50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
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
Graduation Rate
40-59%
77%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
2%
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 45% AZ state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nizhoni Accelerated Academy?
The graduation rate of Nizhoni Accelerated Academy is 40-59%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Nizhoni Accelerated Academy?
29 students attend Nizhoni Accelerated Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Nizhoni Accelerated Academy students are American Indian.
What grades does Nizhoni Accelerated Academy offer ?
Nizhoni Accelerated Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Nizhoni Accelerated Academy part of?
Nizhoni Accelerated Academy is part of Tuba City Unified School District #15 (4197).
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