Serving 61 students in grades 9-12, Cimarron High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 58%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 61 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 10% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cimarron High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Cimarron High School's student population of 61 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
61 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cimarron High School ranks within the top 50% of all 217 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cimarron 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
#93 out of 217 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
58%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
62%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
36%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cimarron High School's ranking?
Cimarron High School is ranked #93 out of 217 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Cimarron High School often compared to?
Cimarron High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Moreno Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% NM state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 58% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cimarron High School?
The graduation rate of Cimarron High School is 90%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Cimarron High School?
61 students attend Cimarron High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Cimarron High School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cimarron High School?
Cimarron High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cimarron High School offer ?
Cimarron High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Cimarron High School part of?
Cimarron High School is part of Cimarron Municipal Schools School District.
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