Serving 671 students in grades 9-12, Moriarty 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 10-14% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to 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 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 671 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Top 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Moriarty High School's student population of 671 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
671 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Moriarty 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 Moriarty High School is 0.53, 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
#474 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
55%
63%
Black
1%
2%
White
41%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)80-84%
66%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51.1%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moriarty High School's ranking?
Moriarty High School is ranked #474 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Moriarty High School often compared to?
Moriarty High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Estancia High School, Mountainair High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Moriarty High School?
The graduation rate of Moriarty High School is 80-84%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Moriarty High School?
671 students attend Moriarty High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Moriarty High School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Moriarty High School?
Moriarty High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Moriarty High School offer ?
Moriarty High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Moriarty High School part of?
Moriarty High School is part of Moriarty-Edgewood School District.
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