Serving 2,216 students in grades 9-12, Hobbs High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower 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 78% 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: 2,216 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 20% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hobbs High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hobbs High School's student population of 2,216 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 120 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,216 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
120 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hobbs High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hobbs High School is 0.42, 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
#738 out of 810 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
73%
62%
Black
4%
2%
White
22%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)87%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
75%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hobbs High School's ranking?
Hobbs High School is ranked #738 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hobbs High School?
The graduation rate of Hobbs High School is 87%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Hobbs High School?
2,216 students attend Hobbs High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Hobbs High School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hobbs High School?
Hobbs High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hobbs High School offer ?
Hobbs High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hobbs High School part of?
Hobbs High School is part of Hobbs Municipal Schools School District.
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