Serving 153 students in grades 9-12, Jal 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% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 58%).
The student:teacher ratio of 31:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% 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: 153 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 31:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Top 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jal High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Jal High School's student population of 153 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
153 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jal 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 Jal High School is 0.32, 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
#181 out of 217 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
58%
Student : Teacher Ratio
31:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
80%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
20%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jal High School's ranking?
Jal High School is ranked #181 out of 217 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% NM state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 58% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jal High School?
The graduation rate of Jal High School is 70-79%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Jal High School?
153 students attend Jal High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Jal High School students are Hispanic, and 20% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jal High School?
Jal High School has a student ration of 31:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jal High School offer ?
Jal High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Jal High School part of?
Jal High School is part of Jal Public Schools School District.
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