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#355 of 864 schools in NM
Top 41% in state
Ruidoso High
High School · RUIDOSO
200 HORTON CIRCLE, Ruidoso, NM 88345
Enrollment
520
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
6.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
520
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
6.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#355 of 864
In Ruidoso
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
RUIDOSO
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Ruidoso High
Ruidoso High is a public high school in Ruidoso, NM, part of RUIDOSO. Ruidoso High serves approximately 520 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Ruidoso High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #355 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Ruidoso High show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- NM avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
60% of students at Ruidoso 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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Ruidoso High — Students at Ruidoso High score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
40.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from NM state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.3/10.
How Ruidoso High Compares
See how Ruidoso 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
200 HORTON CIRCLE, Ruidoso, NM 88345
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ruidoso High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CARRIZOZO HIGH (rated 8.4/10, 24.4 miles away, in nearby Carrizozo), which scores notably higher. Another option is CLOUDCROFT HIGH (rated 7.6/10, 27.5 miles away, in nearby Cloudcroft), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, HONDO HIGH (rated 6.9/10, 22.6 miles away, in nearby Hondo), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Ruidoso, see our Ruidoso schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 28.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RUIDOSO MIDDLE Ruidoso | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| SIERRA VISTA PRIMARY Ruidoso | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| WHITE MOUNTAIN ELEMENTARY Ruidoso | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Mescalero Apache School Mescalero | 10.1 mi | — |
| CAPITAN ELEMENTARY Capitan | 14.1 mi | 6.8 |
| CAPITAN HIGH Capitan | 14.1 mi | 6.0 |
| CAPITAN MIDDLE Capitan | 14.1 mi | 7.3 |
| CARRIZOZO ELEMENTARY Carrizozo | 24.4 mi | 6.2 |
| CARRIZOZO HIGH Carrizozo | 24.4 mi | 8.4 |
| CARRIZOZO MIDDLE Carrizozo | 24.4 mi | 5.7 |
| HONDO HIGH Hondo | 22.6 mi | 6.9 |
| HONDO ELEMENTARY Hondo | 22.7 mi | 8.8 |
| CLOUDCROFT ELEMENTARY Cloudcroft | 27.5 mi | 8.8 |
| CLOUDCROFT MIDDLE Cloudcroft | 27.5 mi | 7.5 |
| CLOUDCROFT HIGH Cloudcroft | 27.5 mi | 7.6 |
| HIGH ROLLS MOUNTAIN PARK ELEMENTARY High Rolls | 29.9 mi | — |
| TULAROSA MIDDLE Tularosa | 28.4 mi | 7.0 |
| TULAROSA ELEMENTARY Tularosa | 28.5 mi | 6.5 |
| TULAROSA INTERMEDIATE Tularosa | 28.5 mi | 7.3 |
| TULAROSA HIGH Tularosa | 28.8 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 88345 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,008
Median Home Value
$232,400
Median Rent
$916/mo
Population
7,747
College Educated
33.1%
Homeownership
70.2%
Poverty Rate
16.1%
Median Age
44.9
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| NM SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS Santa Fe, NM | 6.6 |
| HATCH VALLEY HIGH Hatch, NM | 6.5 |
| HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL-HIGH Albuquerque, NM | 6.5 |
| KIRTLAND CENTRAL HIGH Kirtland, NM | 6.5 |
| SOCORRO HIGH Socorro, NM | 6.5 |
| RAMAH HIGH Ramah, NM | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ruidoso High
What grades does Ruidoso High serve?
Ruidoso High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Ruidoso High?
Ruidoso High has an enrollment of approximately 520 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ruidoso High?
The student-teacher ratio at Ruidoso High is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ruidoso High rank in NM?
Ruidoso High ranks #355 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Ruidoso High's MySchoolScout rating?
Ruidoso High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Ruidoso High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ruidoso High has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Ruidoso High a charter school?
No, Ruidoso High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ruidoso High a Title I school?
No, Ruidoso High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ruidoso High?
40.6% of students at Ruidoso 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
- 520
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Lincoln County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 60.4%
- Phone
- (575) 258-4910
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
RUIDOSO- District Enrollment
- 1,782
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,052
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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