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Bloomfield High

High School · BLOOMFIELD

520 NORTH FIRST ST., Bloomfield, NM 87413

Enrollment

794

Student-Teacher

17.3:1

Score

5.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Mexico schools

#554 of 864

In Bloomfield

#3 of 7

public schools

In district

#3 of 7

BLOOMFIELD

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Bloomfield High

5.6/10

High School in Bloomfield · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Bloomfield Early Childhood Center

5.4/10

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4.5/10

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About Bloomfield High

Bloomfield High is a public high school in Bloomfield, NM, part of BLOOMFIELD. Bloomfield High serves approximately 794 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Bloomfield High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #554 of 864 schools in NM.

Structured state assessment records for Bloomfield High show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 5.4
  • NM avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.9Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.37 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.6Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)22% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-9.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile17th
College Readiness7.2Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate86%
AP Participation18.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,195
Chronic Absenteeism18.5%

Bloomfield High — Students at Bloomfield High score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 22.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 37.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from NM state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
29%
ELA
39%
2013
Math
30%
ELA
40%
2014
Math
6%
ELA
21%
2015
Math
9%
ELA
29%
2016
Math
6%
ELA
25%
2017
Math
6%
2018
Math
9%
ELA
31%
2019
Math
9%
ELA
31%
2020*
Math
30%
ELA
49.5%
2021*
Math
30%
ELA
49.5%
2022
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.9/10.

How Bloomfield High Compares

See how Bloomfield High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
36th percentile in NM
Academic
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.9/10
Below Average
Environment
6.8/10
Average
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.5
Sports
15
7 boys' · 8 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.5%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
18.6% participation·State avg: 2.5 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics15sports offered
7 boys'·8 girls'·27 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

520 NORTH FIRST ST., Bloomfield, NM 87413

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bloomfield High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. VISTA NUEVA HIGH (rated 6.1/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Aztec), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CHARLIE Y. BROWN ALT (rated 5.3/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, AZTEC HIGH (rated 4.9/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Aztec), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Bloomfield, see our Bloomfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.7 mi
School Distance Rating
BLOOMFIELD EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Bloomfield 0.3 mi 5.4
CENTRAL PRIMARY Bloomfield 0.4 mi 4.5
NAABA ANI ELEMENTARY Bloomfield 0.9 mi 5.7
CHARLIE Y. BROWN ALT Bloomfield 1.1 mi 5.3
MESA ALTA JR HIGH Bloomfield 1.4 mi 5.1
MOSAIC ACADEMY CHARTER Aztec 6.8 mi 7.2
PARK AVENUE ELEMENTARY Aztec 7.1 mi 6.4
AZTEC HIGH Aztec 7.2 mi 4.9
VISTA NUEVA HIGH Aztec 7.3 mi 6.1
FARMINGTON MENNONITE SCHOOL Farmington 6.2 mi 4.0
MCCOY AVENUE ELEMENTARY Aztec 8.0 mi 7.0
LYDIA RIPPEY ELEMENTARY Aztec 8.0 mi 7.6
C.V. KOOGLER MIDDLE Aztec 8.2 mi 5.5
BLANCO ELEMENTARY Blanco 8.0 mi 7.0
FARMINGTON PRESCHOOL ACADEMY EAST Farmington 9.7 mi 5.3
ESPERANZA ELEMENTARY Farmington 9.5 mi 6.5
COUNTRY CLUB ELEMENTARY Farmington 9.9 mi 6.8
MESA VIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL Farmington 9.6 mi 5.3
DISCOVER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Farmington 9.9 mi
ROCINANTE HIGH Farmington 10.7 mi 4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 87413 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,234

Median Home Value

$176,800

Median Rent

$898/mo

Population

14,966

College Educated

13.7%

Homeownership

73.9%

Avg Commute

24.1 min

Poverty Rate

21.9%

Median Age

32.2

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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ARTESIA HIGH Artesia, NM 5.6
BELEN HIGH Belen, NM 5.7
VALENCIA HIGH Los Lunas, NM 5.8
MORIARTY HIGH Moriarty, NM 5.3
SHIPROCK HIGH Shiprock, NM 5.9
CHAPARRAL HIGH Anthony, NM 5.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bloomfield High

What grades does Bloomfield High serve?

Bloomfield High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Bloomfield High?

Bloomfield High has an enrollment of approximately 794 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bloomfield High?

The student-teacher ratio at Bloomfield High is 17.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bloomfield High rank in NM?

Bloomfield High ranks #554 of 864 schools in NM.

What is Bloomfield High's MySchoolScout rating?

Bloomfield High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Bloomfield High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bloomfield High has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Bloomfield High a charter school?

No, Bloomfield High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bloomfield High a Title I school?

No, Bloomfield High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bloomfield High?

100.0% of students at Bloomfield High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
21 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
794
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
San Juan County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.5%
4-Year Graduation
86.0%

District

BLOOMFIELD
District Enrollment
2,521
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,195
District Rank
#3 of 7

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