Serving 97 students in grades 9-12, Penasco 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the New Mexico state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the New Mexico state average of 58%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% 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: 97 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Penasco High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Penasco High School's student population of 97 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 69% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
97 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Penasco 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 Penasco High School is 0.22, 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
#148 out of 217 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
58%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
14:1
American Indian
8%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
88%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
4%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
10%
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 Penasco High School's ranking?
Penasco High School is ranked #148 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?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% NM state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 58% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Penasco High School?
The graduation rate of Penasco High School is 60-79%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Penasco High School?
97 students attend Penasco High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Penasco High School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are American Indian, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Penasco High School?
Penasco High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Penasco High School offer ?
Penasco High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Penasco High School part of?
Penasco High School is part of Penasco Independent Schools School District.
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