Organ Mountain High School is one of four public high schools in Las Cruces, New Mexico. As of the 2021–2022 school year, OMHS serves 1,874 students, grades 9–12. The school is a part of the Las Cruces Public Schools District.
Serving 2,063 students in grades 9-12, Organ Mountain 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 25% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,063 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Top 30% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Organ Mountain High School's student population of 2,063 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 110 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,063 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
110 teachers
Year Founded
1988
School Rankings
Organ Mountain High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Organ Mountain High School is 0.38, 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
#641 out of 810 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
77%
62%
Black
2%
2%
White
18%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)83%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Knight
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Organ Mountain High School's ranking?
Organ Mountain High School is ranked #641 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Organ Mountain High School often compared to?
Organ Mountain High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Las Cruces High School, Centennial High School by visitors of our site.
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 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Organ Mountain High School?
The graduation rate of Organ Mountain High School is 83%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Organ Mountain High School?
2,063 students attend Organ Mountain High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Organ Mountain High School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Organ Mountain High School?
Organ Mountain High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Organ Mountain High School offer ?
Organ Mountain High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Organ Mountain High School part of?
Organ Mountain High School is part of Las Cruces School District.
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