Serving 279 students in grades 9-12, Tohatchi High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 279 students
- Graduation Rate: 80% (Btm 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tohatchi High School's student population of 279 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
279 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
25 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Tohatchi High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tohatchi High School is 0.06, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#774 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
97%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
63%
Black
1%
2%
White
n/a
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)80%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tohatchi High School's ranking?
Tohatchi High School is ranked #774 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tohatchi High School?
The graduation rate of Tohatchi High School is 80%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Tohatchi High School?
279 students attend Tohatchi High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Tohatchi High School students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Tohatchi High School offer ?
Tohatchi High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tohatchi High School part of?
Tohatchi High School is part of Gallup School District.
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