Serving 264 students in grades 9-12, Dexter 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 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)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 264 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Top 20% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dexter High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Dexter High School's student population of 264 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
264 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dexter 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 Dexter High School is 0.23, 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
#685 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
87%
63%
Black
n/a
2%
White
13%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)80-84%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
12%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Dexter School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dexter High School's ranking?
Dexter High School is ranked #685 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Dexter High School often compared to?
Dexter High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hagerman High School, Lake Arthur High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dexter High School?
The graduation rate of Dexter High School is 80-84%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Dexter High School?
264 students attend Dexter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Dexter High School students are Hispanic, and 13% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dexter High School?
Dexter High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dexter High School offer ?
Dexter High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dexter High School part of?
Dexter High School is part of Dexter School District.
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