Serving 367 students in grades 9-12, Hatch Valley 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (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 (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Top 20% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hatch Valley High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Hatch, NM, covering approximately 1,125.6 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 22.5 miles to the zone's edge, extending up to 53.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hatch Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Hatch Valley High School's student population of 367 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
367 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hatch Valley 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 Hatch Valley High School is 0.06, 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
#706 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
97%
63%
Black
n/a
2%
White
3%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(19-20)80-84%
77%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.3%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (04-05)
9%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hatch Valley High School's ranking?
Hatch Valley High School is ranked #706 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Hatch Valley High School often compared to?
Hatch Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gadsden High School, Las Cruces High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hatch Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Hatch Valley High School is 80-84%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 77%.
How many students attend Hatch Valley High School?
367 students attend Hatch Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Hatch Valley High School students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hatch Valley High School?
Hatch Valley High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hatch Valley High School offer ?
Hatch Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hatch Valley High School part of?
Hatch Valley High School is part of Hatch Valley School District.
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