Serving 269 students in grades 6-12, Ramah High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 269 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ramah High serves the southwest part of its school district in Ramah, NM, covering an area of approximately 92.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 12.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ramah High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Ramah High School's student population of 269 students has grown by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 98 teachers has grown by 653% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
269 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
98 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Ramah High School ranks within the top 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ramah High School is 0.49, 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
#369 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
24%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
69%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
8%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
15%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Graduation Rate
60-79%
76.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)69.9%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
7%
4%
Showing 2007–2016. View full 16-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ramah High School's ranking?
Ramah High School is ranked #369 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Ramah High School often compared to?
Ramah High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pine Hill Schools by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ramah High School?
The graduation rate of Ramah High School is 60-79%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 76.5%.
How many students attend Ramah High School?
269 students attend Ramah High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Ramah High School students are American Indian, 15% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ramah High School?
Ramah High School has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ramah High School offer ?
Ramah High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ramah High School part of?
Ramah High School is part of Gallup School District.
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