Serving 51 students in grades 7-12, Mosquero 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 4:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 51 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Mosquero High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Mosquero, NM, covering approximately 1,252.7 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking about 20 to 30 minutes and an average distance of 22.9 miles to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 39.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mosquero High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mosquero High School's student population of 51 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 140% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
51 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Our students are our number one priority!
School Rankings
Mosquero 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 Mosquero High School is 0.59, 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%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
24%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
34%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
47%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
43%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
76.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.9%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
1%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mosquero High School's ranking?
Mosquero 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 Mosquero High School?
The graduation rate of Mosquero High School is 50%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 76.5%.
How many students attend Mosquero High School?
51 students attend Mosquero High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Mosquero High School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are White, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mosquero High School?
Mosquero High School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mosquero High School offer ?
Mosquero High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mosquero High School part of?
Mosquero High School is part of Mosquero School District.
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