Serving 1,334 students in grades 9-12, Gadsden 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 20-24% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 58%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 1,334 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Top 20% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gadsden High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Gadsden High School's student population of 1,334 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,334 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gadsden High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 217 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gadsden High School is 0.02, 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
#179 out of 217 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
58%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
99%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
1%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
6%
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 Gadsden High School's ranking?
Gadsden High School is ranked #179 out of 217 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Gadsden High School often compared to?
Gadsden High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Las Cruces High School, Hatch Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% NM state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 58% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gadsden High School?
The graduation rate of Gadsden High School is 85%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Gadsden High School?
1,334 students attend Gadsden High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Gadsden High School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gadsden High School?
Gadsden High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gadsden High School offer ?
Gadsden High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Gadsden High School part of?
Gadsden High School is part of Gadsden Independent Schools School District.
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