Shonto Preparatory School serves 211 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 211 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Math Proficiency: ≤5%
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9%
- Science Proficiency: ≤10%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shonto Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Shonto Preparatory School's student population of 211 students has declined by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 85% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
211 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Shonto Preparatory School 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)
≤5%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
100%
5%
Asian
n/a
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
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
40%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Shonto Preparatory School?
211 students attend Shonto Preparatory School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Shonto Preparatory School students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shonto Preparatory School?
Shonto Preparatory School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Shonto Preparatory School offer ?
Shonto Preparatory School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Shonto Preparatory School part of?
Shonto Preparatory School is part of Shonto Preparatory School District.
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