Serving 59 students in grades 9-12, Mountainair High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher 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 7:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 59 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mountainair High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Mountainair High School's student population of 59 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
59 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mountainair High School ranks within the top 30% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mountainair High School is 0.57, 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
#218 out of 796 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
53%
62%
Black
5%
2%
White
39%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥80%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mountainair High School's ranking?
Mountainair High School is ranked #218 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% 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 Mountainair High School?
The graduation rate of Mountainair High School is 80%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Mountainair High School?
59 students attend Mountainair High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Mountainair High School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mountainair High School?
Mountainair High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mountainair High School offer ?
Mountainair High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mountainair High School part of?
Mountainair High School is part of Mountainair School District.
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