Serving 100 students in grades 9-12, Magdalena 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to 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 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 100 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Magdalena High's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Magdalena, NM, encompassing approximately 2,187 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 52 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Magdalena High School's student population of 100 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
100 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We will create a safe and encouraging environment.
School Rankings
Magdalena 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 Magdalena High School is 0.63, which is more 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
#412 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
25%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
53%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
19%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
76.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (05-06)
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Magdalena High School's ranking?
Magdalena High School is ranked #412 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% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Magdalena High School?
The graduation rate of Magdalena High School is 80%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 76.5%.
How many students attend Magdalena High School?
100 students attend Magdalena High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Magdalena High School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are American Indian, 19% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Magdalena High School?
Magdalena High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Magdalena High School offer ?
Magdalena High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Magdalena High School part of?
Magdalena High School is part of Magdalena School District.
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