Wingate High School is a Native American high school in unincorporated McKinley County, New Mexico, operated by the Bureau of Indian Education. It has grades 9-12. It has a Fort Wingate postal address. It includes boarding facilities.
Wingate High School serves 362 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is approximately equal to the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 362 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Graduation Rate: 65-69%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29%
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39%
- Science Proficiency: 20-29%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wingate High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Wingate High School's student population of 362 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
362 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
“Bee nishłįnígíí, k’ad be’deeshłííł.”“Nurture Your Talent.”
School Rankings
The diversity score of Wingate High School is 0.00, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
100%
11%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(19-20)65-69%
77%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)71.8%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
85%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bears
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wingate High School?
The graduation rate of Wingate High School is 65-69%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 77%.
How many students attend Wingate High School?
362 students attend Wingate High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Wingate High School students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wingate High School?
Wingate High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wingate High School offer ?
Wingate High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wingate High School part of?
Wingate High School is part of Wingate High School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Yes, i would really like to say that Wingate High School is a great school to go to, and remember "ITS THE PLACE YOU WANT TO BE"
5 10/10/2025
Yes. i agree that Wingate High School is a great school to go and remember.. I am a graduate Class of 1987.. YEIGO SHUSH YEIGO.
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