Serving 170 students in grades 9-12, Carlsbad Early College High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is approximately equal to 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 14:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 170 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 20% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carlsbad Early College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Carlsbad Early College High School's student population of 170 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
170 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Carlsbad Early College High School ranks within the top 50% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carlsbad Early College High School is 0.54, 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
#259 out of 810 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
50%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
46%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)89%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carlsbad Early College High School's ranking?
Carlsbad Early College High School is ranked #259 out of 810 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?
20-29% 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 Carlsbad Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Carlsbad Early College High School is 89%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Carlsbad Early College High School?
170 students attend Carlsbad Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Carlsbad Early College High School students are Hispanic, 46% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carlsbad Early College High School?
Carlsbad Early College High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Carlsbad Early College High School offer ?
Carlsbad Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carlsbad Early College High School part of?
Carlsbad Early College High School is part of Carlsbad School District.
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