DEMING HIGH SCHOOL

DEMING HIGH is a Title I public high school that is part of the DEMING school district, located in DEMING, NM with about 1,349 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 77 teachers, DEMING HIGH has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

DEMING HIGH School, located in Deming, New Mexico, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Deming Public Schools district. Situated at 1100 South Nickel, the school provides a comprehensive academic environment for students in the region, focusing on preparing them for post-secondary success through a blend of core curriculum, elective offerings, and extracurricular programs. As the main high school for the community, it plays a central role in the town’s social and academic life, striving to foster a supportive learning atmosphere that reflects the diverse needs of its student body.

The school is dedicated to empowering its students by providing access to various pathways, including college preparatory courses, career and technical education (CTE) programs, and athletic opportunities. By leveraging its official digital portal at http://dhs.demingps.org/, DEMING HIGH maintains a connection with parents and the community, offering updates on school events, academic resources, and administrative information. The institution operates with a commitment to academic growth, aiming to equip its students with the skills and character necessary to excel after graduation and contribute positively to their community.

For more information, contact DEMING HIGH at (505) 546-8841 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1100 SOUTH NICKEL
DEMING, NM 88030
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DEMING HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in DEMING, NM with about 1,349 enrolled students. See other public high schools in New Mexico

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
DEMING
Total Students:
1,349
Teachers:
77.74
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 1,349 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending DEMING HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 83% of the student body.

Hispanic/Latino
82.7%
White
15.4%
Black or African American
1.3%
Asian
0.3%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%
Two or more races
0.1%

Female
48.6%
Male
51.4%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.