Serving 24 students in grades 9-12, San Jon High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 24 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NM)
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
San Jon High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
San Jon High School's student population of 24 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
24 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of San Jon High School is 0.51, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)40-59%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)60-79%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
50%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
50%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥50%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
20%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% NM state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of San Jon High School?
The graduation rate of San Jon High School is 50%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend San Jon High School?
24 students attend San Jon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of San Jon High School students are Hispanic, and 50% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of San Jon High School?
San Jon High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does San Jon High School offer ?
San Jon High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is San Jon High School part of?
San Jon High School is part of San Jon School District.
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