Serving 225 students in grades 9-12, Loving High School ranks in the bottom 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 20-29% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% 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: 225 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 20% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Loving High's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Loving, NM, encompassing approximately 127.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 8.3 miles and the furthest edge located 22.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Loving High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Loving High School's student population of 225 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
225 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Rankings
Loving 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 Loving High School is 0.44, 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
#440 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
11%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
70%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
Showing 1993–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
27%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-89%
76.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.9%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Falcon
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Loving High School's ranking?
Loving High School is ranked #440 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 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 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Loving High School?
The graduation rate of Loving High School is 80-89%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 76.5%.
How many students attend Loving High School?
225 students attend Loving High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Loving High School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Loving High School?
Loving High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Loving High School offer ?
Loving High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Loving High School part of?
Loving High School is part of Loving School District.
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