Serving 1,562 students in grades 9-12, Alamogordo High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is approximately equal to the New Mexico state average of 58%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% 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: 1,562 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Top 30% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alamogordo High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Alamogordo High School's student population of 1,562 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,562 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alamogordo 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 Alamogordo High School is 0.64, which is more 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
#116 out of 217 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
58%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
12%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
41%
62%
Black
6%
2%
White
44%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
2%
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 Alamogordo High School's ranking?
Alamogordo High School is ranked #116 out of 217 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Alamogordo High School often compared to?
Alamogordo High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Academy Del Sol Alt., Cloudcroft High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% NM state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 58% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alamogordo High School?
The graduation rate of Alamogordo High School is 83%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Alamogordo High School?
1,562 students attend Alamogordo High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Alamogordo High School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alamogordo High School?
Alamogordo High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alamogordo High School offer ?
Alamogordo High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Alamogordo High School part of?
Alamogordo High School is part of Alamogordo Public Schools School District.
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