Cess High School serves 273 students in grades 9-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 was higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
273 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
4%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
48%
62%
Black
5%
2%
White
42%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Albuquerque School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Cess High School?
273 students attend Cess High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Cess High School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cess High School?
Cess High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cess High School offer ?
Cess High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Cess High School part of?
Cess High School is part of Albuquerque School District.
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