Arrowhead Park Medical Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is approximately equal to the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 5% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arrowhead Park Medical Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 42% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
232 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Arrowhead Park Medical Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#208 out of 810 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
(21-22)n/a
12%
Asian
(21-22)3%
1%
Hispanic
(21-22)69%
62%
Black
(21-22)4%
2%
White
(21-22)23%
21%
Hawaiian
(21-22)1%
n/a
Two or more races
(21-22)n/a
2%
Graduation Rate
(20-21)94%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
28%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arrowhead Park Medical Academy's ranking?
Arrowhead Park Medical Academy is ranked #208 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Arrowhead Park Medical Academy?
The graduation rate of Arrowhead Park Medical Academy is 94%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Arrowhead Park Medical Academy?
232 students attend Arrowhead Park Medical Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Arrowhead Park Medical Academy students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Arrowhead Park Medical Academy offer ?
Arrowhead Park Medical Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Arrowhead Park Medical Academy part of?
Arrowhead Park Medical Academy is part of Las Cruces School District.
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