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#612 of 864 schools in NM
Hobbs Freshman High
School · HOBBS
1401 E. SANGER, Hobbs, NM 88240
Enrollment
828
Student-Teacher
20.7:1
Score
5.4
Grades
9th – 10th
Enrollment
828
Student-Teacher
20.7:1
Score
5.4
Grades
9th – 10th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#612 of 864
In Hobbs
#16 of 18
public schools
In district
#16 of 18
HOBBS
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Hobbs Freshman High
Hobbs Freshman High is a public school in Hobbs, NM, part of HOBBS. Hobbs Freshman High serves approximately 828 students, and covers grades 9th-10th, and has a 20.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Hobbs Freshman High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #612 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Hobbs Freshman High show 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2019) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2019).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Hobbs Freshman 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.
Hobbs Freshman High runs 20.7:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
41% of students at Hobbs Freshman 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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Hobbs Freshman High — Students at Hobbs Freshman High score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 11 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: 9.8/10.
How Hobbs Freshman High Compares
See how Hobbs Freshman 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
1401 E. SANGER, Hobbs, NM 88240
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hobbs Freshman High may also want to explore other schools in the area. BROADMOOR ELEMENTARY (rated 8.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CORONADO ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MILLS ELEMENTARY (rated 8.1/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hobbs, see our Hobbs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOBBS HIGH Hobbs | 0.2 mi | 5.7 |
| TAYLOR ELEMENTARY Hobbs | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| MURRAY ELEMENTARY Hobbs | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| BROADMOOR ELEMENTARY Hobbs | 0.8 mi | 8.5 |
| HOUSTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Hobbs | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| WILL ROGERS ELEMENTARY Hobbs | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| BOOKER T. WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY Hobbs | 1.1 mi | 3.2 |
| HIGHLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL Hobbs | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| EDISON ELEMENTARY Hobbs | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| CORONADO ELEMENTARY Hobbs | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| ST HELENA SCHOOL OF HOBBS, INC. Hobbs | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| SANGER ELEMENTARY Hobbs | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| SOUTHERN HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY Hobbs | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| MILLS ELEMENTARY Hobbs | 1.9 mi | 8.1 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY Hobbs | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| HEIZER MIDDLE SCHOOL Hobbs | 2.2 mi | 6.1 |
| STONE ELEMENTARY Hobbs | 2.8 mi | 6.1 |
| COLLEGE LANE ELEMENTARY Hobbs | 4.7 mi | 6.5 |
| LAE COUNTY CORRECTIONS Hobbs | 7.2 mi | — |
| JUNCTION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hobbs | 9.7 mi | 4.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 88240 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,394
Median Home Value
$177,200
Median Rent
$1,124/mo
Population
41,612
College Educated
16.6%
Homeownership
64.6%
Avg Commute
24.8 min
Poverty Rate
19.7%
Median Age
30.1
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hobbs Freshman High
What grades does Hobbs Freshman High serve?
Hobbs Freshman High serves students in grades 9th through 10th.
How many students attend Hobbs Freshman High?
Hobbs Freshman High has an enrollment of approximately 828 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hobbs Freshman High?
The student-teacher ratio at Hobbs Freshman High is 20.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hobbs Freshman High rank in NM?
Hobbs Freshman High ranks #612 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Hobbs Freshman High's MySchoolScout rating?
Hobbs Freshman High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Hobbs Freshman High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hobbs Freshman High has 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2019) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2019).
Is Hobbs Freshman High a charter school?
No, Hobbs Freshman High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hobbs Freshman High a Title I school?
No, Hobbs Freshman High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hobbs Freshman High?
59.3% of students at Hobbs Freshman 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 – 10th
- Enrollment
- 828
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Lea County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.2%
- Phone
- (575) 433-0300
- 4-Year Graduation
- 76.0%
Resources & Links
District
HOBBS- District Enrollment
- 10,226
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,294
- District Rank
- #16 of 18
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