Grady Municipal School District is a school district headquartered in Grady, New Mexico. The district occupies sections of Curry and Quay counties.
Serving 52 students in grades 9-12, Grady High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
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 lower than the New Mexico state average of 58%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% 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: 52 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NM)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Grady High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Grady, NM, covering approximately 358.4 square miles. Families in the area can expect a typical drive to the school of 20-30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 18 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grady High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Grady High School's student population of 52 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 200% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
52 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Grady Schools are committed to teaching rigorous, challenging academic courses, promoting self-discipline to ensure success and reinforcing the morals and values that result in independent, productive citizens.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Grady High School is 0.55, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
24%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
58%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
34%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
2%
White
58%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 16-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)19.2%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 schools are Grady High School often compared to?
Grady High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clovis High School, Texico High School, Melrose High School by visitors of our site.
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 58% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Grady High School?
The graduation rate of Grady High School is 50%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 76.5%.
How many students attend Grady High School?
52 students attend Grady High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Grady High School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grady High School?
Grady High School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Grady High School offer ?
Grady High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Grady High School part of?
Grady High School is part of Grady School District.
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