Serving 19 students in grades 7-12, Vaughn 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 3:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 19 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vaughn High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Vaughn High School's student population of 19 students has declined by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
19 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Vaughn High School ranks within the top 10% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vaughn High School is 0.20, 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
#71 out of 810 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
89%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
11%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(19-20)≥50%
77%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (04-05)
13%
10%
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 Vaughn High School's ranking?
Vaughn High School is ranked #71 out of 810 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 Vaughn High School?
The graduation rate of Vaughn High School is 50%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 77%.
How many students attend Vaughn High School?
19 students attend Vaughn High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Vaughn High School students are Hispanic, and 11% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vaughn High School?
Vaughn High School has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Vaughn High School offer ?
Vaughn High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Vaughn High School part of?
Vaughn High School is part of Vaughn School District.
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