Navajo Preparatory School is a college preparatory school located in Farmington, New Mexico. The school is fully sanctioned by the Navajo Nation since 1991 when the previous Navajo Academy closed due to lack of funding.
Navajo Preparatory School serves 283 students in grades 9-12.
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 70-79% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 283 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥95%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19%
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79%
- Science Proficiency: 50-59%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Navajo Preparatory School's student population of 283 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
283 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1991
Colors
White, Black, Yellow
School Rankings
The diversity score of Navajo Preparatory School 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)
70-79%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
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
Graduation Rate
(19-20)≥95%
77%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
74%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Navajo Preparatory School often compared to?
Navajo Preparatory Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Farmington High School, Piedra Vista 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 24% NM state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Navajo Preparatory School?
The graduation rate of Navajo Preparatory School is 95%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 77%.
How many students attend Navajo Preparatory School?
283 students attend Navajo Preparatory School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Navajo Preparatory School students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Navajo Preparatory School?
Navajo Preparatory School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Navajo Preparatory School offer ?
Navajo Preparatory School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Navajo Preparatory School part of?
Navajo Preparatory School is part of Navajo Preparatory School District.
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