Serving 50 students in grades 9-12, Gccs Early College 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 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 50 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NM
- 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
Gccs 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
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Gccs Early College High School's student population of 50 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 133% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
50 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Year Founded
1920
School Rankings
Gccs Early College 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 Gccs Early College High School is 0.68, 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
American Indian
34%
11%
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
42%
63%
Black
n/a
2%
White
18%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
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 Gccs Early College High School's ranking?
Gccs Early College High School is ranked #68 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?
<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).
How many students attend Gccs Early College High School?
50 students attend Gccs Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Gccs Early College High School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are American Indian, 18% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gccs Early College High School?
Gccs Early College High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gccs Early College High School offer ?
Gccs Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gccs Early College High School part of?
Gccs Early College High School is part of Grants School District.
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