Tuba City Boarding School
1,098 Students
Elementary School K - 8th
School Overview
Tuba City Boarding School, located in Tuba City, Arizona, serves as a significant educational institution within the Bureau of Indian Education (BIE) system. Situated on the Navajo Nation, the school is deeply integrated into the local community and is committed to providing a culturally responsive education. It primarily serves Native American students, focusing on academic achievement while upholding the values, traditions, and language of the Navajo people. The institution strives to create a supportive environment that prepares students for success in both higher education and their future careers.
As a boarding facility, the school provides a comprehensive environment that extends beyond traditional classroom instruction, emphasizing holistic student development. By offering a structured setting that combines rigorous academics with extracurricular programming, Tuba City Boarding School works to meet the unique social and emotional needs of its student population. Through its partnership with the Navajo community and the BIE, the school aims to foster a strong sense of identity and academic excellence, ensuring that students are well-equipped to contribute positively to their community and the world at large.
As a boarding facility, the school provides a comprehensive environment that extends beyond traditional classroom instruction, emphasizing holistic student development. By offering a structured setting that combines rigorous academics with extracurricular programming, Tuba City Boarding School works to meet the unique social and emotional needs of its student population. Through its partnership with the Navajo community and the BIE, the school aims to foster a strong sense of identity and academic excellence, ensuring that students are well-equipped to contribute positively to their community and the world at large.
1,098
Total Students
60.0
Full-Time Teachers
18.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
94.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| American Indian | 1,098 |
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American Indian1,098 (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: | Tuba City Boarding School |
| Phone: | (928)283-2330 |
| Website: | http://tcbs.bie.edu/ |
| Grade Range: | K - 8th |
| Total Students: | 1,098 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 60.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 18.3 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 1,037 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
162
Grade 1
106
Grade 2
106
Grade 3
110
Grade 4
128
Grade 5
109
Grade 6
116
Grade 7
128
Grade 8
133
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 162 |
| Grade 1 | 106 |
| Grade 2 | 106 |
| Grade 3 | 110 |
| Grade 4 | 128 |
| Grade 5 | 109 |
| Grade 6 | 116 |
| Grade 7 | 128 |
| Grade 8 | 133 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 513 | 46.7% |
| Male | 585 | 53.3% |
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)
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Charter School
98 Students
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