Moreno Valley High School is a charter high school located in the Angel Fire, New Mexico. Founded by a dedicated group of Angel Fire citizens, Moreno Valley High School was the first Paideia-based high school in New Mexico. It remains one of the only high schools totally based in Paideia methodology.
Serving 40 students in grades 9-12, Moreno Valley High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher 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 7:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 40 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Moreno Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Moreno Valley High School's student population of 40 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
40 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Year Founded
2001
Colors
Blue, black & white
School Rankings
Moreno Valley High School ranks within the top 10% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Moreno Valley High School is 0.64, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#68 out of 796 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
Hispanic
28%
63%
White
47%
19%
Two or more races
25%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(19-20)≥50%
77%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Moreno Valley Timberwolf
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moreno Valley High School's ranking?
Moreno Valley High School is ranked #68 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Moreno Valley High School often compared to?
Moreno Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cimarron High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% 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 Moreno Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Moreno Valley High School is 50%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 77%.
How many students attend Moreno Valley High School?
40 students attend Moreno Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Moreno Valley High School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, and 25% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Moreno Valley High School?
Moreno Valley High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Moreno Valley High School offer ?
Moreno Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Moreno Valley High School part of?
Moreno Valley High School is part of Cimarron School District.
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