Alamogordo High School is a public high school in Alamogordo, New Mexico. It is a part of Alamogordo Public Schools.
Serving 1,440 students in grades 9-12, Alamogordo High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,440 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Top 20% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alamogordo High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Alamogordo High School's student population of 1,440 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 96 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,440 students
Total Classroom Teachers
96 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Alamogordo High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alamogordo High School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#456 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
11%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
46%
63%
Black
5%
2%
White
40%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)83%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alamogordo High School's ranking?
Alamogordo High School is ranked #456 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Alamogordo High School often compared to?
Alamogordo High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Academy Del Sol Alt., Cloudcroft High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alamogordo High School?
The graduation rate of Alamogordo High School is 83%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Alamogordo High School?
1,440 students attend Alamogordo High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Alamogordo High School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alamogordo High School?
Alamogordo High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Alamogordo High School offer ?
Alamogordo High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alamogordo High School part of?
Alamogordo High School is part of Alamogordo School District.
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