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Wingate High School
High School · Wingate High School
PO Box 2, Fort Wingate, NM 87316
Enrollment
344
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
344
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Wingate High School
High School in Fort Wingate · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Wingate High School
Wingate High School is a public high school in Fort Wingate, NM, part of Wingate High School. Wingate High School serves approximately 344 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
Wingate High School 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.
76% of students at Wingate High School 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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 344 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Address
- PO Box 2, Fort Wingate, NM 87316
- Website
- whs.bie.edu
- Phone
- (505) 488-6400
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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How Wingate High School Compares
See how Wingate High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
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Location
PO Box 2, Fort Wingate, NM 87316
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wingate High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MIDDLE COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL CHARTER - GALLUP (rated 6.6/10, 10.1 miles away, in nearby Gallup). Another option is SIX DIRECTIONS INDIGENOUS SCHOOL (rated 5.6/10, 11.2 miles away, in nearby Gallup). Additionally, MIYAMURA HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 9.5 miles away, in nearby Gallup). For more schools in Fort Wingate, see our Fort Wingate schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Wingate Elementary School Ft. Wingate | 0.6 mi | 3.7 |
| CATHERINE A. MILLER ELEMENTARY Church Rock | 5.3 mi | 4.4 |
| REHOBOTH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rehoboth | 7.1 mi | 6.4 |
| INDIAN HILLS ELEMENTARY Gallup | 8.0 mi | 7.1 |
| MIYAMURA HIGH SCHOOL Gallup | 9.5 mi | 5.4 |
| JOHN F. KENNEDY MIDDLE Gallup | 9.6 mi | 6.0 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY Gallup | 10.1 mi | 6.0 |
| MIDDLE COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL CHARTER - GALLUP Gallup | 10.1 mi | 6.6 |
| RED ROCK ELEMENTARY Gallup | 10.4 mi | 5.6 |
| EDUCATION DEV CENTER Gallup | 10.7 mi | — |
| GALLUP MIDDLE Gallup | 10.9 mi | 6.8 |
| SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Gallup | 11.2 mi | 7.6 |
| SIX DIRECTIONS INDIGENOUS SCHOOL Gallup | 11.2 mi | 5.6 |
| HOZHO ACADEMY Gallup | 11.4 mi | 6.4 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY Gallup | 11.8 mi | 7.9 |
| DEL NORTE ELEMENTARY Gallup | 12.1 mi | 5.5 |
| STAGECOACH ELEMENTARY Gallup | 12.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Bread Springs Day School Gallup | 13.4 mi | 5.7 |
| GALLUP CENTRAL ALTERNATIVE Gallup | 12.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Mariano Lake Community School Crownpoint | 14.6 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87316 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$96,324
Median Home Value
$77,200
Median Rent
$1,072/mo
Population
1,721
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
58.8%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
22%
Median Age
33.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Navajo Preparatory School Farmington, NM | — |
| DESERT PRIDE ACADEMY Anthony, NM | 3.8 |
| ROBERT F. KENNEDY CHARTER Albuquerque, NM | 3.8 |
| LA ACADEMIA DE ESPERANZA Albuquerque, NM | 4.4 |
| NAVAJO PINE HIGH Navajo, NM | 4.6 |
| ABQ CHARTER ACADEMY Albuquerque, NM | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wingate High School
What grades does Wingate High School serve?
Wingate High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Wingate High School?
Wingate High School has an enrollment of approximately 344 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wingate High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Wingate High School is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Wingate High School a charter school?
No, Wingate High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wingate High School a Title I school?
No, Wingate High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wingate High School?
99.1% of students at Wingate High School 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
- 344
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- McKinley County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 75.6%
- Phone
- (505) 488-6400
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