Serving 125 students in grades 9-12, Cloudcroft High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 125 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 5% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cloudcroft High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Cloudcroft High School's student population of 125 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
125 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Believe in Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Safety for ALL
School Rankings
Cloudcroft High School ranks within the top 30% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cloudcroft High School is 0.35, 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
#172 out of 796 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
18%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
79%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥90%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
3%
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 Cloudcroft High School's ranking?
Cloudcroft High School is ranked #172 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Cloudcroft High School often compared to?
Cloudcroft High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alamogordo High School, Holloman Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cloudcroft High School?
The graduation rate of Cloudcroft High School is 90%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Cloudcroft High School?
125 students attend Cloudcroft High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Cloudcroft High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cloudcroft High School?
Cloudcroft High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cloudcroft High School offer ?
Cloudcroft High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cloudcroft High School part of?
Cloudcroft High School is part of Cloudcroft School District.
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