Na' Neelzhiin Ji'olta serves 106 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11-19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 106 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Math Proficiency: 11-19%
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5%
- Science Proficiency: ≤20%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Na' Neelzhiin Ji'olta ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Na' Neelzhiin Ji'olta's student population of 106 students has declined by 51% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
106 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
The diversity score of Na' Neelzhiin Ji'olta is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
100%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
74%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Na' Neelzhiin Ji'olta?
106 students attend Na' Neelzhiin Ji'olta.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Na' Neelzhiin Ji'olta students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Na' Neelzhiin Ji'olta?
Na' Neelzhiin Ji'olta has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Na' Neelzhiin Ji'olta offer ?
Na' Neelzhiin Ji'olta offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Na' Neelzhiin Ji'olta part of?
Na' Neelzhiin Ji'olta is part of Na' Neelzhiin Ji'olta School District.
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