Summary:
The 86514 zip code area is home to 4 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school, all part of the Red Mesa Unified District, except for T'iis Nazbas Community School, which has its own district. Unfortunately, the data shows that these schools are consistently underperforming compared to state averages across key metrics like test scores, graduation rates, and school rankings.
While Red Mesa High School has the highest four-year graduation rate at 76.7%, this is still well below the state average. T'iis Nazbas Community School stands out for having the lowest student-teacher ratio at 9:1, but this does not translate to better academic outcomes. Proficiency rates in English Language Arts, Math, and Science are extremely low across all grade levels and schools, with only 5% of 11th graders at Red Mesa High School proficient in Math and Science, compared to state averages of 32% and 22% respectively.
Despite the schools spending significantly more per student ($25,000-$27,000) and having relatively low student-teacher ratios, the data suggests that simply increasing funding and resources may not be enough to drive meaningful improvements. The schools serve predominantly Native American student populations, many of whom come from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, presenting unique cultural and socioeconomic challenges that the schools are struggling to overcome. Addressing these issues will likely require a multi-faceted approach that focuses on targeted, culturally-responsive interventions tailored to the specific needs of the student population.
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