Serving 223 students in grades 9-12, Newcomb 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% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 223 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Top 30% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Newcomb High serves the south part of its school district in Newcomb, NM, covering an extensive area of approximately 1,517.9 square miles. Families in this zone typically face a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edges located up to 31 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Newcomb High School's student population of 223 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
223 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Newcomb 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 Newcomb High School is 0.15, 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
#755 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
24%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
34%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
92%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
63%
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-84%
76.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)80.3%
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 (04-05)
8%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green, Gold
School Mascot
Skyhawk
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newcomb High School's ranking?
Newcomb High School is ranked #755 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Newcomb High School?
The graduation rate of Newcomb High School is 80-84%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 76.5%.
How many students attend Newcomb High School?
223 students attend Newcomb High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Newcomb High School students are American Indian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newcomb High School?
Newcomb High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Newcomb High School offer ?
Newcomb High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Newcomb High School part of?
Newcomb High School is part of Central School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Well the school I'm attending is Tohatchi High School and its not really challenging so since Newcomb High School is a close school, I just want to know if it is a challenging school and if they have hard courses, if so then I would like to attend.
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