Serving 363 students in grades 7-12, Raton 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 40-59% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 58%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 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: 7-12
- Enrollment: 363 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Top 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Raton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Raton High School's student population of 363 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
363 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Raton 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 Raton High School is 0.45, 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
#31 out of 217 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
58%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
69%
62%
Black
2%
2%
White
28%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #31 out of 217 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% NM state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 58% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Raton High School?
The graduation rate of Raton High School is 75-79%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Raton High School?
363 students attend Raton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Raton High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
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 14:1.
What grades does Raton High School offer ?
Raton High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Raton High School part of?
Raton High School is part of Raton Public Schools School District.
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