Newcomb High School is a public high school in Newcomb, New Mexico, United States. Newcomb High is a part of the Central Consolidated School District along with Kirtland Central High School and Shiprock High School. The school colors are kelly green and gold and the mascot is the Skyhawk.
Serving 230 students in grades 9-12, Newcomb 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 230 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Graduation Rate: 72% (Top 30% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newcomb High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Newcomb High School's student population of 230 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
230 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Colors
Green, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Newcomb High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newcomb High School is 0.06, 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
#755 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
97%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)72%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (04-05)
8%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Skyhawk
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newcomb High School's ranking?
Newcomb High School is ranked #755 out of 796 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 ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Newcomb High School?
The graduation rate of Newcomb High School is 72%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Newcomb High School?
230 students attend Newcomb High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Newcomb High School students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newcomb High School?
Newcomb High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Newcomb High School offer ?
Newcomb High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Newcomb High School part of?
Newcomb High School is part of Central School District.
School Reviews
5 2/3/2014
Well the school I'm attending is Tohatchi High School and its not really challenging so since Newcomb High School is a close school, I just want to know if it is a challenging school and if they have hard courses, if so then I would like to attend.
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