Navajo County Instruction For Success (Ncis), an alternative high school in Holbrook, AZ, has a student–teacher ratio of 9:1, which ranks among the lowest 5% in Arizona, supporting small class sizes despite an enrollment of only 17 students.
Graduation rate at Ncis is 50%, considerably lower than the Arizona state average of 77%, and has remained stable at this level over recent years.
Math and reading proficiency levels at Ncis are each below 50%, which is lower than the state average and place the school in the bottom 1% for these subjects statewide.
Minority enrollment is high at 88%, with a student body mainly composed of Hispanic and American Indian students, and the percentage of students eligible for free lunch increased sharply from 24% in 2021 to 56% in 2023, indicating a rise in socioeconomic need.
Enrollment declined from 27 students in 2019 to 16 in 2023, reflecting a notable decrease in the student population over recent years at this Holbrook public high school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 17 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Navajo County Instruction For Success (Ncis) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Navajo County Instruction For Success (Ncis)'s student population of 17 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
17 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We are a service organization committed to raising academic outcomes and empowering parents.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Navajo County Instruction For Success (Ncis) is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
39%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
17:1
American Indian
29%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
47%
48%
Black
6%
6%
White
12%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
77%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Navajo County Instruction For Success (Ncis)?
The graduation rate of Navajo County Instruction For Success (Ncis) is 50%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Navajo County Instruction For Success (Ncis)?
17 students attend Navajo County Instruction For Success (Ncis).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Navajo County Instruction For Success (Ncis) students are Hispanic, 29% of students are American Indian, 12% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Navajo County Instruction For Success (Ncis)?
Navajo County Instruction For Success (Ncis) has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Navajo County Instruction For Success (Ncis) offer ?
Navajo County Instruction For Success (Ncis) offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Navajo County Instruction For Success (Ncis) part of?
Navajo County Instruction For Success (Ncis) is part of Navajo County Accommodation District #99 (4386).
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