Serving 60 students in grades 9-12, Carrizozo High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (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.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 60 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carrizozo High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Carrizozo High School's student population of 60 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
60 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carrizozo High School ranks within the top 10% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carrizozo High School is 0.55, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#71 out of 810 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
56%
62%
Black
5%
2%
White
37%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥50%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
13%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carrizozo High School's ranking?
Carrizozo High School is ranked #71 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Carrizozo High School?
The graduation rate of Carrizozo High School is 50%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Carrizozo High School?
60 students attend Carrizozo High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Carrizozo High School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carrizozo High School?
Carrizozo High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Carrizozo High School offer ?
Carrizozo High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Carrizozo High School part of?
Carrizozo High School is part of Carrizozo School District.
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