Serving 195 students in grades 9-12, Santa Rosa 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 195 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Top 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Santa Rosa High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Santa Rosa High School's student population of 195 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
195 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Santa Rosa 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 Santa Rosa High School is 0.08, 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
#518 out of 810 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
24%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
34%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1

American Indian
1%
12%

Asian
n/a
1%

Hispanic
96%
62%

Black
n/a
2%

White
3%
20%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
(20-21)70-79%
66%

Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
74%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
15%
6%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Santa Rosa High School's ranking?
Santa Rosa High School is ranked #518 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Santa Rosa High School?
The graduation rate of Santa Rosa High School is 70-79%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Santa Rosa High School?
195 students attend Santa Rosa High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Santa Rosa High School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Santa Rosa High School?
Santa Rosa High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Santa Rosa High School offer ?
Santa Rosa High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Santa Rosa High School part of?
Santa Rosa High School is part of Santa Rosa School District.
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