Serving 138 students in grades 9-12, Cloudcroft High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% 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: 138 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 5% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: CLOUDCROFT HIGH's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 1,297.4 square miles in Cloudcroft, NM. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes, with the average distance to the zone edge being about 26.8 miles and the furthest edge reaching 48.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cloudcroft High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Cloudcroft High School's student population of 138 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
138 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Believe in Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Safety for ALL
School Rankings
Cloudcroft High School ranks within the top 30% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cloudcroft High School is 0.43, 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
#172 out of 796 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
24%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
34%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
11%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
76.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.4%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
1%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Kelly Green & White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cloudcroft High School's ranking?
Cloudcroft High School is ranked #172 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Cloudcroft High School often compared to?
Cloudcroft High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alamogordo High School, Holloman Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cloudcroft High School?
The graduation rate of Cloudcroft High School is 90%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 76.5%.
How many students attend Cloudcroft High School?
138 students attend Cloudcroft High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Cloudcroft High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cloudcroft High School?
Cloudcroft High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cloudcroft High School offer ?
Cloudcroft High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cloudcroft High School part of?
Cloudcroft High School is part of Cloudcroft School District.
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