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 297 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is approximately equal to 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 12:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 297 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥95%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24%
- 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 297 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
297 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1991
Colors
White, Turquoise, Yellow, Black
School Calendar
School Motto
Yideeskaago Naat’aanii – Leaders Now and Into the Future.
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)
20-24%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
100%
11%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(19-20)≥95%
77%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.5%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
85%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
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?
20-24% 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?
297 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 12:1, which is lower than 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.
School Reviews
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