High Schools in Tatum

Tatum Municipal Schools in New Mexico is home to a single high school, Tatum High, which serves a relatively small student population of 116 students. The school's student body is predominantly White (51.72%) and Hispanic (46.55%), with small percentages of African American and Native American students.

Academically, Tatum High has seen fluctuations in its statewide ranking, ranking 58th out of 177 high schools in 2021-2022 (3 out of 5 stars) and 28th out of 181 high schools in 2018-2019 (4 out of 5 stars). The school's combined NM/Science proficiency rate of 33% is slightly below the statewide average of 34%, indicating an area for potential improvement. However, Tatum High's favorable student-teacher ratio of 14:1 suggests that students may receive more personalized attention and support.

Additionally, a significant portion of Tatum High's student population (42.24%) receives free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a relatively high percentage of economically disadvantaged students. Understanding the unique challenges faced by this demographic and providing targeted support could be crucial for the school's continued success and improvement.