Serving 1,467 students in grades 9-12, Mayfield 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 20-29% (which is approximately equal to the New Mexico state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the New Mexico state average of 58%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% 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: 1,467 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: 78% (Top 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mayfield High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
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School Overview
Mayfield High School's student population of 1,467 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,467 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mayfield 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 Mayfield High School is 0.33, 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
#128 out of 217 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
58%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
80%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
18%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
78%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mayfield High School's ranking?
Mayfield High School is ranked #128 out of 217 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Mayfield High School often compared to?
Mayfield High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Las Cruces High School, Organ Mountain High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% NM state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 58% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mayfield High School?
The graduation rate of Mayfield High School is 78%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Mayfield High School?
1,467 students attend Mayfield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Mayfield High School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mayfield High School?
Mayfield High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mayfield High School offer ?
Mayfield High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mayfield High School part of?
Mayfield High School is part of Las Cruces Public Schools School District.
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