Average
#662 of 864 schools in NM
Deming High
High School · DEMING
1300 S. IRON ST., Deming, NM 88030
Enrollment
1,219
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
5.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,219
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
5.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#662 of 864
In Deming
#11 of 12
public schools
In district
#12 of 13
DEMING
Academic growth
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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About Deming High
Deming High is a public high school in Deming, NM, part of DEMING. Deming High serves approximately 1,219 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Deming High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #662 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Deming High show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- NM avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Deming High sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
92% of students at Deming High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Deming High — Students at Deming High score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 23 test records from NM state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.2/10.
How Deming High Compares
See how Deming High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1300 S. IRON ST., Deming, NM 88030
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Deming High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. DEMING CESAR CHAVEZ (rated 6.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MIMBRES VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 4.3/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Deming, see our Deming schools guide .
Nearby Schools
15 within 45.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MIMBRES VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL Deming | 0.2 mi | 6.2 |
| MY LITTLE SCHOOL Deming | 0.3 mi | 5.6 |
| MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY Deming | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| BELL ELEMENTARY Deming | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| DEMING CESAR CHAVEZ Deming | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| CHAPARRAL ELEMENTARY Deming | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| DEMING INTERMEDIATE Deming | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| RED MOUNTAIN MIDDLE Deming | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| RUBEN S. TORRES ELEMENTARY Deming | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Deming | 1.7 mi | 4.3 |
| BATAAN ELEMENTARY Deming | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| COLUMBUS ELEMENTARY Columbus | 29.0 mi | 6.0 |
| HURLEY ELEMENTARY Hurley | 37.3 mi | 5.0 |
| SNELL MIDDLE Bayard | 40.7 mi | 6.1 |
| GARFIELD ELEMENTARY Garfield | 45.0 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 88030 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$39,514
Median Home Value
$113,700
Median Rent
$712/mo
Population
24,270
College Educated
14.7%
Homeownership
69.7%
Avg Commute
18.3 min
Poverty Rate
25.6%
Median Age
36.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ESPANOLA VALLEY HIGH Espanola, NM | 5.1 |
| GRANTS HIGH Grants, NM | 5.1 |
| MAYFIELD HIGH Las Cruces, NM | 5.1 |
| PIEDRA VISTA HIGH Farmington, NM | 5.0 |
| CHAPARRAL HIGH Anthony, NM | 5.2 |
| GODDARD HIGH Roswell, NM | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Deming High
What grades does Deming High serve?
Deming High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Deming High?
Deming High has an enrollment of approximately 1,219 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Deming High?
The student-teacher ratio at Deming High is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Deming High rank in NM?
Deming High ranks #662 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Deming High's MySchoolScout rating?
Deming High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Deming High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Deming High has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Deming High a charter school?
No, Deming High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Deming High a Title I school?
No, Deming High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Deming High?
100.0% of students at Deming 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,219
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 78
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Luna County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 92.0%
- Phone
- (575) 546-2678
- 4-Year Graduation
- 76.0%
Resources & Links
District
DEMING- District Enrollment
- 5,232
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,958
- District Rank
- #12 of 13
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