Serving 102 students in grades 7-12, Dora High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than 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%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 102 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dora High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Dora High School's student population of 102 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
102 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dora 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 Dora High School is 0.45, 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
#44 out of 810 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
27%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
69%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥50%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dora High School's ranking?
Dora High School is ranked #44 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?
50-59% 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 Dora High School?
The graduation rate of Dora High School is 50%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Dora High School?
102 students attend Dora High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Dora High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dora High School?
Dora High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dora High School offer ?
Dora High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Dora High School part of?
Dora High School is part of Dora School District.
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