Serving 202 students in grades 9-12, Carlsbad Early College High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 58%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% 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: 202 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 20% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carlsbad Early College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Carlsbad Early College High School's student population of 202 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
202 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carlsbad Early College High School ranks within the top 20% of all 217 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carlsbad Early College High School is 0.55, 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
#41 out of 217 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
58%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
12%
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
52%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
43%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carlsbad Early College High School's ranking?
Carlsbad Early College High School is ranked #41 out of 217 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% NM state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 58% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Carlsbad Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Carlsbad Early College High School is 89%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Carlsbad Early College High School?
202 students attend Carlsbad Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Carlsbad Early College High School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carlsbad Early College High School?
Carlsbad Early College High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carlsbad Early College High School offer ?
Carlsbad Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Carlsbad Early College High School part of?
Carlsbad Early College High School is part of Carlsbad Municipal Schools School District.
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