Serving 50 students in grades 7-12, Des Moines High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is higher than 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 7:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 50 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Des Moines High's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 1,163.9 square miles in Des Moines, NM. Families typically face a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 18 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 27.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Des Moines 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
Des Moines High School's student population of 50 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
50 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Des Moines High School ranks within the top 20% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Des Moines High School is 0.40, 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
#102 out of 796 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
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)
≥50%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
2%
White
74%
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
(19-20)≥50%
77%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
1%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 25-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 Des Moines High School's ranking?
Des Moines High School is ranked #102 out of 796 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?
40-59% 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 Des Moines High School?
The graduation rate of Des Moines High School is 50%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 77%.
How many students attend Des Moines High School?
50 students attend Des Moines High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Des Moines High School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Des Moines High School?
Des Moines High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Des Moines High School offer ?
Des Moines High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Des Moines High School part of?
Des Moines High School is part of Des Moines School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
no good staff members. new people try to take over the place like they are something special. the teachers dont teach anything. they send away all the good teachers. this is not a good school at all.
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