Below Average
#800 of 864 schools in NM
Grants High
High School · GRANTS
PO BOX 8, Grants, NM 87020
Enrollment
817
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
4.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
817
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
4.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Grants
#12 of 12
public schools
New Mexico high schools
#179 of 193
In district
#12 of 12
GRANTS
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very strong
About Grants High
Grants High School serves approximately 817 students in grades 9 through 12 in the remote town of Grants, New Mexico. As a regular public high school, it maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13.4:1 with 61 full-time equivalent teachers on staff. Academically, the school is working to strengthen student performance.
Currently, 19% of students are proficient or above in ELA and reading, while 7% are proficient or above in math. The school's overall academic score of 2.2 out of 10 reflects significant room for academic growth. Statewide, Grants High School ranks in the 34th percentile among New Mexico's 874 schools, placing it #582.
The school's location in remote Grants shapes its character and community engagement. With a manageable class size ratio, the school has opportunities to provide personalized attention and support to students working toward academic improvement. For families in the Grants area seeking secondary education options, Grants High School offers a local comprehensive high school experience with dedicated faculty and resources focused on student development.
Score Breakdown
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Grants High — Students at Grants High score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 4 test records from NM state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.4/10.
How Grants High Compares
See how Grants High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 6% (2019) to 7.5% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 21% (2019) to 17% (2022).
Location
PO BOX 8, Grants, NM 87020
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Grants High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. GCCS EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LAGUNA-ACOMA HIGH (rated 4.5/10, 22.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Grants, see our Grants schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 28.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GCCS EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Grants | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| MESA VIEW ELEMENTARY Grants | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| ST TERESA OF AVILA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Grants | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| LOS ALAMITOS MIDDLE Grants | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| MOUNT TAYLOR ELEMENTARY Grants | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| WESTERN NM CORRECTIONS Grants | 2.1 mi | — |
| MILAN ELEMENTARY Grants | 3.1 mi | 7.2 |
| SAN RAFAEL ELEMENTARY Grants | 3.8 mi | 8.3 |
| BLUEWATER ELEMENTARY Grants | 10.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Haak'u Community Academy Pueblo Of Acoma | 15.3 mi | 7.7 |
| ST JOSEPH MISSION SCHOOL San Fidel | 15.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Baca/Dlo'ay Azhi Community School Prewitt | 18.5 mi | 7.6 |
| CUBERO ELEMENTARY Grants | 19.4 mi | 8.8 |
| LAGUNA-ACOMA HIGH Grants | 22.9 mi | 4.5 |
| LAGUNA-ACOMA MIDDLE Grants | 22.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Dibe Yazhi Habitiin Olta' Inc. Crownpoint | 30.0 mi | 5.2 |
| ST BONAVENTURE SCHOOL Thoreau | 27.1 mi | 8.8 |
| THOREAU ELEMENTARY Thoreau | 27.3 mi | 4.5 |
| SEBOYETA ELEMENTARY Grants | 26.0 mi | 9.4 |
| THOREAU MIDDLE Thoreau | 28.1 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87020 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,511
Median Home Value
$154,900
Median Rent
$741/mo
Population
11,874
College Educated
23.1%
Homeownership
63.9%
Poverty Rate
25.4%
Median Age
37.5
Community Profile
The community surrounding Grants High has a median household income of $67,511. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $154,900, with a median rent of $741/month. The area has a poverty rate of 25.4%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BLOOMFIELD HIGH Bloomfield, NM | 4.1 |
| LOVINGTON HIGH Lovington, NM | 3.8 |
| SHIPROCK HIGH Shiprock, NM | 4.4 |
| SILVER HIGH Silver City, NM | 4.5 |
| ARTESIA HIGH Artesia, NM | 3.6 |
| DEL NORTE HIGH Albuquerque, NM | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Grants High
What grades does Grants High serve?
Grants High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Grants High?
Grants High has an enrollment of approximately 817 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Grants High?
The student-teacher ratio at Grants High is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Grants High rank in NM?
Grants High is ranked #800 out of 864 schools in NM.
What is Grants High's MySchoolScout rating?
Grants High has a composite rating of 4.1 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Grants High?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Grants High has 6.8% math proficiency and 19.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Grants High a charter school?
No, Grants High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Grants High a Title I school?
No, Grants High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Grants High?
99.0% of students at Grants 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
- City Safety
- High (2,044/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Grants). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 817
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 61
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Cibola County
- Phone
- (505) 285-2651
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
GRANTS- District Enrollment
- 3,240
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,276
- District Rank
- #12 of 12
Other Schools in This District
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