Serving 38 students in grades 9-12, Lake Arthur 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 13:1 is equal to the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% 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: 38 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Arthur High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Lake Arthur High School's student population of 38 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
38 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
Lake Arthur 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 Lake Arthur High School is 0.47, 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%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
66%
62%
Black
3%
2%
White
31%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥50%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
24%
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 Lake Arthur High School's ranking?
Lake Arthur High School is ranked #71 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Lake Arthur High School often compared to?
Lake Arthur High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hagerman High School, Dexter High School by visitors of our site.
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 Lake Arthur High School?
The graduation rate of Lake Arthur High School is 50%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Lake Arthur High School?
38 students attend Lake Arthur High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Lake Arthur High School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Arthur High School?
Lake Arthur High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lake Arthur High School offer ?
Lake Arthur High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Arthur High School part of?
Lake Arthur High School is part of Lake Arthur School District.
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