Serving 94 students in grades 7-12, Dora High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 94 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dora 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
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Dora High School's student population of 94 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 112% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
94 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Motto
It's always a great day to be a Coyote!
School Rankings
Dora 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 Dora 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#66 out of 796 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
26%
63%
Black
1%
2%
White
65%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥50%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dora High School's ranking?
Dora High School is ranked #66 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dora High School?
The graduation rate of Dora High School is 50%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Dora High School?
94 students attend Dora High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Dora High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dora High School?
Dora High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dora High School offer ?
Dora High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dora High School part of?
Dora High School is part of Dora School District.
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