Serving 47 students in grades 9-12, Carrizozo High School ranks in the top 10% 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 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% 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: 47 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Carrizozo High's attendance zone covers the entire Carrizozo school district, encompassing approximately 1,728.7 square miles around the city of Carrizozo, NM. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 24.5 miles and some areas extending up to 35.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carrizozo High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Carrizozo High School's student population of 47 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
47 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carrizozo High School ranks within the top 10% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carrizozo High School is 0.57, 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
#68 out of 796 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
24%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
53%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
2%
Showing 2003–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
38%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
76.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)61.7%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
9%
4%
Showing 2007–2016. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carrizozo High School's ranking?
Carrizozo High School is ranked #68 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% 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 24% NM state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Carrizozo High School?
The graduation rate of Carrizozo High School is 50%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 76.5%.
How many students attend Carrizozo High School?
47 students attend Carrizozo High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Carrizozo High School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, and 9% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carrizozo High School?
Carrizozo High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Carrizozo High School offer ?
Carrizozo High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carrizozo High School part of?
Carrizozo High School is part of Carrizozo School District.
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