Very Good
#132 of 864 schools in NM
Top 15% in state
Questa High
High School · QUESTA
PO BOX 529, Questa, NM 87556
Enrollment
102
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
7.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
102
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
7.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#132 of 864
In Questa
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
QUESTA
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Questa High
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About Questa High
Questa High is a public high school in Questa, NM, part of QUESTA. Questa High serves approximately 102 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Questa High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #132 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Questa High show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- NM avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 102 students, Questa High is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Questa High sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
31% of students at Questa 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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Questa High — Students at Questa High score 22% proficient, which is above 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 (2018-19)
Based on 21 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: 7.6/10.
How Questa High Compares
See how Questa High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 529, Questa, NM 87556
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Questa High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. TAOS ACADEMY (rated 8.8/10, 23.9 miles away, in nearby Taos), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, TAOS HIGH (rated 6.3/10, 23.2 miles away, in nearby Taos), a more accessible option. For more schools in Questa, see our Questa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 25.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| QUESTA JR HIGH Questa | 0.0 mi | 6.1 |
| ALTA VISTA INTERMEDIATE Questa | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| ALTA VISTA ELEMENTARY Questa | 0.9 mi | 4.2 |
| ROOTS & WINGS COMMUNITY Questa | 6.0 mi | 8.9 |
| RED RIVER VALLEY CHARTER SCHOOL Red River | 10.3 mi | 9.1 |
| ARROYO DEL NORTE ELEMENTARY Arroyo Seco | 14.1 mi | 6.4 |
| ANANSI CHARTER SCHOOL El Prado | 15.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Taos Day School Taos | 20.4 mi | 3.6 |
| TAOS CYBER MAGNET Taos | 22.0 mi | — |
| ENOS GARCIA ELEMENTARY Taos | 22.1 mi | 5.8 |
| TAOS INTEGRATED SCHOOL OF ARTS Taos | 23.0 mi | 8.6 |
| TAOS HIGH Taos | 23.2 mi | 6.3 |
| TAOS ACADEMY Taos | 23.9 mi | 8.8 |
| TAOS MIDDLE Taos | 24.0 mi | 6.5 |
| VISTA GRANDE HIGH SCHOOL Taos | 24.1 mi | — |
| TAOS MUNICIPAL CHARTER Taos | 24.4 mi | 5.9 |
| TAOS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Taos | 24.7 mi | 7.4 |
| EAGLE NEST ELEMENTARY Eagle Nest | 21.8 mi | 6.8 |
| EAGLE NEST MIDDLE Eagle Nest | 21.8 mi | 6.8 |
| RANCHOS DE TAOS ELEMENTARY Ranchos De Taos | 25.7 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87556 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$45,250
Median Home Value
$226,900
Population
2,433
College Educated
19.5%
Homeownership
77.5%
Poverty Rate
9.6%
Median Age
53
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| TWIN BUTTES CYBER ACADEMY Zuni, NM | 8.0 |
| CLAYTON HIGH Clayton, NM | 8.1 |
| PENASCO HIGH Penasco, NM | 8.1 |
| MAGDALENA HIGH Magdalena, NM | 7.7 |
| CLOUDCROFT HIGH Cloudcroft, NM | 7.6 |
| SCHOOL ON WHEELS HIGH SCHOOL Albuquerque, NM | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Questa High
What grades does Questa High serve?
Questa High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Questa High?
Questa High has an enrollment of approximately 102 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Questa High?
The student-teacher ratio at Questa High is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Questa High rank in NM?
Questa High ranks #132 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Questa High's MySchoolScout rating?
Questa High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Questa High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Questa High has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
Is Questa High a charter school?
No, Questa High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Questa High a Title I school?
No, Questa High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Questa High?
100.0% of students at Questa 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
- 102
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Taos County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.4%
- Phone
- (575) 586-1604
- 4-Year Graduation
- 74.5%
Resources & Links
District
QUESTA- District Enrollment
- 323
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,301
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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