Serving 211 students in grades 9-12, Tucumcari 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 ≤20% (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 12:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 211 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (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
Tucumcari High School's student population of 211 students has declined by 12% 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
211 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Tucumcari 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 Tucumcari High School is 0.44, 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
#490 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
69%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
29%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)70-74%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (04-05)
10%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tucumcari High School's ranking?
Tucumcari High School is ranked #490 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?
≤20% 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 Tucumcari High School?
The graduation rate of Tucumcari High School is 70-74%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Tucumcari High School?
211 students attend Tucumcari High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Tucumcari High School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tucumcari High School?
Tucumcari High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Tucumcari High School offer ?
Tucumcari High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tucumcari High School part of?
Tucumcari High School is part of Tucumcari School District.
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