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Ruidoso High School

125 Warrior Dr
Ruidoso, NM 88345
(School attendance zone shown in map)
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 520 students in grades 9-12, Ruidoso 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 6-9% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher 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 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 520 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 71%
  • : 90-94% (Top 30% in NM)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Ruidoso High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:

School Overview

Ruidoso High School's student population of 520 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
520 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
It is a Great Day to be a Warrior!
School Mascot
Warriors

School Rankings

Ruidoso 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 Ruidoso High School is 0.60, 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.
This School
State Level (NM)
#516 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
6-9%
24%
35-39%
34%
50-54%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
13%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
55%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
29%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.60
(20-21)
90-94%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Warriors
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ruidoso High School's ranking?
Ruidoso High School is ranked #516 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Ruidoso High School often compared to?
Ruidoso High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Capitan High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ruidoso High School?
The graduation rate of Ruidoso High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Ruidoso High School?
520 students attend Ruidoso High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Ruidoso High School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 13% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ruidoso High School?
Ruidoso High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ruidoso High School offer ?
Ruidoso High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ruidoso High School part of?
Ruidoso High School is part of Ruidoso School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 520 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 71%
  • : 90-94% (Top 30%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education

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