Serving 2,561 students in grades 9-12, Cleveland High School ranks in the top 20% 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 46% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 58%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,561 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 20% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cleveland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Cleveland High School's student population of 2,561 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 137 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,561 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
137 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cleveland High School ranks within the top 20% of all 217 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cleveland High School is 0.60, 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
#41 out of 217 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
58%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
6%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
57%
62%
Black
3%
2%
White
28%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cleveland High School's ranking?
Cleveland High School is ranked #41 out of 217 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Cleveland High School often compared to?
Cleveland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rio Rancho High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% NM state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 58% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cleveland High School?
The graduation rate of Cleveland High School is 90%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Cleveland High School?
2,561 students attend Cleveland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Cleveland High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 6% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cleveland High School?
Cleveland High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cleveland High School offer ?
Cleveland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Cleveland High School part of?
Cleveland High School is part of Rio Rancho Public Schools School District.
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