Raton High School is a public senior high school in Raton, New Mexico. It is a part of the Raton Public Schools district.
Serving 350 students in grades 7-12, Raton 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 15-19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% 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: 350 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Top 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Raton High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Raton, NM, covering approximately 1009.5 square miles. The zone typically requires a 20-30 minute drive to reach the school, with an average distance of 20.8 miles to the nearest edge and extending up to 35.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Raton High School's student population of 350 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
350 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1891
School Calendar
Campus Size
10 acres
School Rankings
Raton 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 Raton High School is 0.42, 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
#543 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
24%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
71%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
28%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
75-79%
76.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.9%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
12%
6%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Tiger
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Raton High School's ranking?
Raton High School is ranked #543 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Raton High School?
The graduation rate of Raton High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 76.5%.
How many students attend Raton High School?
350 students attend Raton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Raton High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Raton High School?
Raton High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Raton High School offer ?
Raton High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Raton High School part of?
Raton High School is part of Raton School District.
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