Serving 2,631 students in grades 9-12, Cleveland High School 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 26% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,631 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 20% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cleveland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Cleveland High School's student population of 2,631 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 144 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,631 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
144 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cleveland High School ranks within the top 30% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cleveland High School is 0.59, which is more 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
#237 out of 810 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
6%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
58%
62%
Black
3%
2%
White
27%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)90%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
75%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cleveland High School's ranking?
Cleveland High School is ranked #237 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Cleveland High School often compared to?
Cleveland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rio Rancho High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cleveland High School?
The graduation rate of Cleveland High School is 90%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Cleveland High School?
2,631 students attend Cleveland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Cleveland High School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 6% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cleveland High School?
Cleveland High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cleveland High School offer ?
Cleveland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Cleveland High School part of?
Cleveland High School is part of Rio Rancho School District.
In what neighborhood is Cleveland High School located?
Cleveland High School is located in the Paseo Gateway neighborhood of Rio Rancho, NM.
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