Socorro High School is the only public high school in Socorro, New Mexico, and the only high school in the Socorro Consolidated School District. As of 2021, the school reported 499 students.
Serving 378 students in grades 9-12, Socorro 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 10-14% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% 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: 378 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Top 30% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Socorro High School's student population of 378 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
378 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
White, Blue
School Motto
Educate, Nurture, Inspire
School Rankings
Socorro 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 Socorro High School is 0.37, 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
#608 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
78%
63%
Black
1%
2%
White
17%
19%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)75-79%
66%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)87.3%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Warriors
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Socorro High School's ranking?
Socorro High School is ranked #608 out of 796 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Socorro High School?
The graduation rate of Socorro High School is 75-79%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Socorro High School?
378 students attend Socorro High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Socorro High School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Socorro High School?
Socorro High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Socorro High School offer ?
Socorro High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Socorro High School part of?
Socorro High School is part of Socorro School District.
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