Serving 95 students in grades 7-12, Cliff High School ranks in the top 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 20-29% (which is approximately equal to the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to 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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 95 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cliff High serves the northwest part of its school district in Cliff, NM, covering an expansive area of approximately 1,233.3 square miles. Families within this zone generally experience a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 23.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 31.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cliff High School's student population of 95 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
95 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cliff High School ranks within the top 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cliff High School is 0.31, 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
#322 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
14%
63%
Black
n/a
2%
White
82%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(19-20)≥50%
77%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.3%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cliff High School's ranking?
Cliff High School is ranked #322 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cliff High School?
The graduation rate of Cliff High School is 50%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 77%.
How many students attend Cliff High School?
95 students attend Cliff High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Cliff High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cliff High School?
Cliff High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cliff High School offer ?
Cliff High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cliff High School part of?
Cliff High School is part of Silver City School District.
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