Dennehotso Boarding School
122 Students
Elementary School K - 8th
School Overview
Dennehotso Boarding School is a tribally controlled, grant-funded educational institution located in the heart of the Navajo Nation in Arizona. Serving a community-based student population, the school is deeply integrated into the cultural fabric of the Dennehotso area. It operates with a commitment to providing a balanced academic experience that honors the traditions, language, and heritage of the Diné (Navajo) people while meeting modern educational standards. By functioning as a boarding facility, the school provides a structured environment that supports students who may live in remote locations or require additional academic and social support to succeed.
Beyond its core curriculum, Dennehotso Boarding School emphasizes the importance of community involvement and holistic development. The school serves as a vital resource for local families, often incorporating Navajo values into its daily operations to ensure that students remain connected to their cultural identity. By blending rigorous classroom instruction with culturally responsive programming, the school strives to prepare its students for future academic pursuits while fostering a strong sense of pride in their Navajo heritage.
Beyond its core curriculum, Dennehotso Boarding School emphasizes the importance of community involvement and holistic development. The school serves as a vital resource for local families, often incorporating Navajo values into its daily operations to ensure that students remain connected to their cultural identity. By blending rigorous classroom instruction with culturally responsive programming, the school strives to prepare its students for future academic pursuits while fostering a strong sense of pride in their Navajo heritage.
122
Total Students
7.5
Full-Time Teachers
16.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
132.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| American Indian | 122 |
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American Indian122 (100.0 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Dennehotso Boarding School |
| Phone: | (928)658-3204 |
| Website: | http://www.dbshawks.com/ |
| Grade Range: | K - 8th |
| Total Students: | 122 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 7.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 16.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 162 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
20
Grade 1
16
Grade 2
17
Grade 3
17
Grade 4
16
Grade 5
10
Grade 6
13
Grade 7
5
Grade 8
8
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 20 |
| Grade 1 | 16 |
| Grade 2 | 17 |
| Grade 3 | 17 |
| Grade 4 | 16 |
| Grade 5 | 10 |
| Grade 6 | 13 |
| Grade 7 | 5 |
| Grade 8 | 8 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 58 | 47.5% |
| Male | 64 | 52.5% |