Serving 79 students in grades 9-12, Melrose High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
Minority enrollment is 30% 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: 79 students
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Melrose High's attendance zone encompasses the entire Melrose school district, covering approximately 717.8 square miles. Families typically face a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 18.7 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 32.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Melrose High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Melrose High School's student population of 79 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
79 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
6 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Melrose 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 Melrose High School is 0.47, 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
#157 out of 796 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
24%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Hispanic
20%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
White
70%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. 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)35.4%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
Showing 2008–2024. Full 24-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 Melrose High School's ranking?
Melrose High School is ranked #157 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Melrose High School often compared to?
Melrose High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clovis High School, Grady High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Melrose High School?
The graduation rate of Melrose High School is 50%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 76.5%.
How many students attend Melrose High School?
79 students attend Melrose High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Melrose High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Melrose High School offer ?
Melrose High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Melrose High School part of?
Melrose High School is part of Melrose School District.
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