Serving 171 students in grades 9-12, Red Mesa 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 171 students
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Red Mesa High School's student population of 171 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
171 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Red Mesa 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 Red Mesa 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
#1757 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
99%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
n/a
48%
Black
n/a
6%
White
n/a
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
77%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Red Mesa High School's ranking?
Red Mesa High School is ranked #1757 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Red Mesa High School often compared to?
Red Mesa High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chinle High School, Many Farms High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Red Mesa High School?
The graduation rate of Red Mesa High School is 70-79%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Red Mesa High School?
171 students attend Red Mesa High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Red Mesa High School students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Red Mesa High School offer ?
Red Mesa High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Red Mesa High School part of?
Red Mesa High School is part of Red Mesa Unified District (4159) School District.
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