Serving 244 students in grades 9-12, Tucumcari 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 11-19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is lower 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 74% 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: 244 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tucumcari High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Tucumcari High School's student population of 244 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
244 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tucumcari High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 217 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tucumcari High School is 0.43, 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
#188 out of 217 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
58%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
71%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
26%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (04-05)
10%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tucumcari High School's ranking?
Tucumcari High School is ranked #188 out of 217 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% NM state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 58% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tucumcari High School?
The graduation rate of Tucumcari High School is 70-74%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Tucumcari High School?
244 students attend Tucumcari High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Tucumcari High School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tucumcari High School?
Tucumcari High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tucumcari High School offer ?
Tucumcari High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Tucumcari High School part of?
Tucumcari High School is part of Tucumcari Public Schools School District.
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