Serving 66 students in grades 9-12, Mimbres Valley High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 66 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mimbres Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mimbres Valley High School's student population of 66 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
66 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
Mimbres Valley High School ranks within the top 10% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mimbres Valley High School is 0.10, 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
#68 out of 796 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Hispanic
95%
63%
White
5%
19%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(19-20)≥50%
77%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)95.5%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
85%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mimbres Valley High School's ranking?
Mimbres Valley High School is ranked #68 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mimbres Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Mimbres Valley High School is 50%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 77%.
How many students attend Mimbres Valley High School?
66 students attend Mimbres Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Mimbres Valley High School students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mimbres Valley High School?
Mimbres Valley High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mimbres Valley High School offer ?
Mimbres Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mimbres Valley High School part of?
Mimbres Valley High School is part of Deming School District.
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