Serving 255 students in grades 9-12, Dexter 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 8% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 255 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Top 30% in NM)
- Math Proficiency: 8%
- Reading Proficiency: 25%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dexter High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Dexter High School's student population of 255 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
255 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Dexter High School is 0.31, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)8%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)25%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
81%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
19%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
12%
3%
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 schools are Dexter High School often compared to?
Dexter High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hagerman High School, Lake Arthur High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% NM state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dexter High School?
The graduation rate of Dexter High School is 80-84%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Dexter High School?
255 students attend Dexter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Dexter High School students are Hispanic, and 19% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dexter High School?
Dexter High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dexter High School offer ?
Dexter High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Dexter High School part of?
Dexter High School is part of Dexter Consolidated Schools School District.
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