Serving 220 students in grades 9-12, Eunice 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 20-29% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 220 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eunice High School's student population of 220 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
220 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Eunice 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 Eunice High School is 0.48, 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
#648 out of 810 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
66%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
30%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)65-69%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Eunice High School's ranking?
Eunice High School is ranked #648 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 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Eunice High School?
The graduation rate of Eunice High School is 65-69%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Eunice High School?
220 students attend Eunice High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Eunice High School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eunice High School?
Eunice High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Eunice High School offer ?
Eunice High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eunice High School part of?
Eunice High School is part of Eunice School District.
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