Artesia High School is the public senior high school of Artesia, New Mexico, United States. It is a part of the Artesia Public Schools. The colors of AHS are orange, black and white, and the school's mascot is a Bulldog. Enrollment currently stands at 751.
Serving 806 students in grades 10-12, Artesia 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 14% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (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 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 806 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: 71% (Top 20% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Artesia High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Artesia High School's student population of 806 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
806 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
White, Orange
School Calendar
School Rankings
Artesia 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 Artesia High School is 0.51, 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
#523 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
11%
Hispanic
59%
63%
Black
1%
2%
White
38%
19%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)71%
66%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.7%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldog
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Artesia High School's ranking?
Artesia High School is ranked #523 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Artesia High School often compared to?
Artesia High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Goddard High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Artesia High School?
The graduation rate of Artesia High School is 71%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Artesia High School?
806 students attend Artesia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Artesia High School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Artesia High School?
Artesia High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Artesia High School offer ?
Artesia High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Artesia High School part of?
Artesia High School is part of Artesia School District.
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