Serving 129 students in grades 9-12, Tatum High School 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 40-49% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 129 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tatum High School's student population of 129 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 75% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
129 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Tatum High School 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 Tatum High School is 0.57, 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
#299 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Hispanic
44%
63%
Black
1%
2%
White
49%
19%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(19-20)≥80%
77%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tatum High School's ranking?
Tatum High School is ranked #299 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 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tatum High School?
The graduation rate of Tatum High School is 80%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 77%.
How many students attend Tatum High School?
129 students attend Tatum High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Tatum High School students are White, 44% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tatum High School?
Tatum High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Tatum High School offer ?
Tatum High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tatum High School part of?
Tatum High School is part of Tatum School District.
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