Serving 1,071 students in grades 9-12, Chaparral 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% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,071 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Top 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chaparral High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Chaparral High School's student population of 1,071 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,071 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Rankings
Chaparral High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chaparral High School is 0.08, 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
#703 out of 810 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
96%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)81%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chaparral High School's ranking?
Chaparral High School is ranked #703 out of 810 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% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chaparral High School?
The graduation rate of Chaparral High School is 81%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Chaparral High School?
1,071 students attend Chaparral High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Chaparral High School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chaparral High School?
Chaparral High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chaparral High School offer ?
Chaparral High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chaparral High School part of?
Chaparral High School is part of Gadsden School District.
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