Serving 111 students in grades 9-12, Tatum High School ranks in the top 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 11-19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 111 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 10% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tatum High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Tatum High School's student population of 111 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
111 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tatum 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 Tatum High School is 0.52, 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
#384 out of 810 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
49%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
49%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥90%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tatum High School's ranking?
Tatum High School is ranked #384 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tatum High School?
The graduation rate of Tatum High School is 90%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Tatum High School?
111 students attend Tatum High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Tatum High School students are Hispanic, 49% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tatum High School?
Tatum High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Tatum High School offer ?
Tatum High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Tatum High School part of?
Tatum High School is part of Tatum School District.
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