Serving 180 students in grades 9-12, Early College High School ranks in the top 20% 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 50-59% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 180 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Early College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Early College High School's student population of 180 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
180 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Early College High School ranks within the top 20% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Early College High School is 0.34, 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
#88 out of 796 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
79%
63%
Black
n/a
2%
White
19%
19%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Early College High School's ranking?
Early College High School is ranked #88 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Early College High School?
180 students attend Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Early College High School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Early College High School?
Early College High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Early College High School offer ?
Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Early College High School part of?
Early College High School is part of Deming School District.
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