Serving 2,312 students in grades 9-12, Hobbs 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 9% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,312 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 20% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hobbs High's attendance zone encompasses the entire Hobbs school district, covering an area of approximately 757.2 square miles in Hobbs, NM. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 20.3 miles and the furthest edge located 42.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hobbs High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Hobbs High School's student population of 2,312 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 126 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,312 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
126 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1912
School Rankings
Hobbs High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hobbs High School is 0.40, 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
#710 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
24%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
75%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
20%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90%
76.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.1%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hobbs High School's ranking?
Hobbs High School is ranked #710 out of 796 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?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hobbs High School?
The graduation rate of Hobbs High School is 90%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 76.5%.
How many students attend Hobbs High School?
2,312 students attend Hobbs High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Hobbs High School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hobbs High School?
Hobbs High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hobbs High School offer ?
Hobbs High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hobbs High School part of?
Hobbs High School is part of Hobbs School District.
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