Serving 177 students in grades 9-12, Deming Cesar Chavez ranks in the top 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 177 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 53% (Btm 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deming Cesar Chavez ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Deming Cesar Chavez's student population of 177 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
177 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Deming Cesar Chavez ranks within the top 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deming Cesar Chavez is 0.30, which is less 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
#253 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
83%
63%
Black
1%
2%
White
13%
19%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)53%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
15%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Deming School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deming Cesar Chavez's ranking?
Deming Cesar Chavez is ranked #253 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Deming Cesar Chavez?
The graduation rate of Deming Cesar Chavez is 53%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Deming Cesar Chavez?
177 students attend Deming Cesar Chavez.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Deming Cesar Chavez students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Deming Cesar Chavez?
Deming Cesar Chavez has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Deming Cesar Chavez offer ?
Deming Cesar Chavez offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Deming Cesar Chavez part of?
Deming Cesar Chavez is part of Deming School District.
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