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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
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
School environment
9.9 / 10
Exceptional
About Wingate High School
Wingate High School is a public high school in Fort Wingate, NM, part of the Wingate High School. The school serves approximately 344 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 11.5:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $96,324, where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a distant rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
Located in a rural area, Wingate High School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
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.
Funding & Resources
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. SIX DIRECTIONS INDIGENOUS SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 11.2 miles away, in nearby Gallup). Another option is GALLUP CENTRAL ALTERNATIVE (rated 6.4/10, 12.8 miles away, in nearby Gallup). Additionally, MIDDLE COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL CHARTER - GALLUP (rated 5.5/10, 10.1 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 | 3.6 |
| REHOBOTH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rehoboth | 7.1 mi | 6.3 |
| INDIAN HILLS ELEMENTARY Gallup | 8.0 mi | 5.4 |
| MIYAMURA HIGH SCHOOL Gallup | 9.5 mi | 2.8 |
| JOHN F. KENNEDY MIDDLE Gallup | 9.6 mi | 6.1 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY Gallup | 10.1 mi | 3.6 |
| MIDDLE COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL CHARTER - GALLUP Gallup | 10.1 mi | 5.5 |
| RED ROCK ELEMENTARY Gallup | 10.4 mi | 5.8 |
| EDUCATION DEV CENTER Gallup | 10.7 mi | — |
| GALLUP MIDDLE Gallup | 10.9 mi | 4.5 |
| SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Gallup | 11.2 mi | 7.6 |
| SIX DIRECTIONS INDIGENOUS SCHOOL Gallup | 11.2 mi | 6.6 |
| HOZHO ACADEMY Gallup | 11.4 mi | 6.2 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY Gallup | 11.8 mi | 8.5 |
| DEL NORTE ELEMENTARY Gallup | 12.1 mi | 4.5 |
| STAGECOACH ELEMENTARY Gallup | 12.4 mi | 3.8 |
| Bread Springs Day School Gallup | 13.4 mi | 6.9 |
| GALLUP CENTRAL ALTERNATIVE Gallup | 12.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Mariano Lake Community School Crownpoint | 14.6 mi | 6.1 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Wingate High School has a median household income of $96,324. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $77,200, with a median rent of $1,072/month. The area has a poverty rate of 22.0%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Navajo Preparatory School Farmington, NM | — |
| ZUNI HIGH Zuni, NM | 3.9 |
| NEWCOMB HIGH Newcomb, NM | 4.0 |
| ABQ CHARTER ACADEMY Albuquerque, NM | 4.3 |
| HEALTH LEADERSHIP HIGH SCHOOL Albuquerque, NM | 4.3 |
| HOT SPRINGS HIGH T Or C, NM | 4.3 |
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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Neighborhood Context
- County Safety
- Average (337/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
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
- Phone
- (505) 488-6400
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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