Serving 1,067 students in grades 9-12, Chaparral 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 6% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,067 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Top 30% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chaparral High serves the eastern part of its school district in Anthony, NM, covering an area of approximately 66.4 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chaparral High School's student population of 1,067 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,067 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Chaparral 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 Chaparral High School is 0.08, 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
#759 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
24%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
34%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
96%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
White
3%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
84%
76.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chaparral High School's ranking?
Chaparral High School is ranked #759 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Chaparral High School often compared to?
Chaparral High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Centennial High School, Arrowhead Park Early College High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chaparral High School?
The graduation rate of Chaparral High School is 84%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 76.5%.
How many students attend Chaparral High School?
1,067 students attend Chaparral High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Chaparral High School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chaparral High School?
Chaparral High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chaparral High School offer ?
Chaparral High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chaparral High School part of?
Chaparral High School is part of Gadsden School District.
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