Serving 48 students in grades 7-12, Mosquero High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% 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: 7-12
- Enrollment: 48 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mosquero High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Mosquero High School's student population of 48 students has grown by 220% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
48 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mosquero High School ranks within the top 50% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mosquero High School is 0.49, 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
#332 out of 810 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
42%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
58%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥50%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
75%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mosquero High School's ranking?
Mosquero High School is ranked #332 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mosquero High School?
The graduation rate of Mosquero High School is 50%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Mosquero High School?
48 students attend Mosquero High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Mosquero High School students are White, and 42% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mosquero High School?
Mosquero High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mosquero High School offer ?
Mosquero High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Mosquero High School part of?
Mosquero High School is part of Mosquero Municipal Schools School District.
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