QUEMADO HIGH SCHOOL

QUEMADO HIGH is a Title I public high school that is part of the QUEMADO school district, located in QUEMADO, NM with about 65 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th Grade. 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 7 teachers, QUEMADO HIGH has a student/teacher ratio of about 9:1. 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.

QUEMADO HIGH School, located in the rural community of Quemado, New Mexico, serves as a central pillar for the local educational district. Situated along Highway 60, the school functions as a small, tight-knit academic environment that prioritizes personalized instruction and community engagement. Because of its remote location in Catron County, the school plays a vital role in providing essential K-12 educational opportunities to students across a sprawling, sparsely populated region, often serving as the primary hub for extracurricular activities, sports, and social development in the area.

Academically, the school is committed to fostering student success through a supportive faculty and a curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary life. While operating on a smaller scale than urban counterparts, QUEMADO HIGH leverages its size to offer a focused learning experience where students have consistent access to teachers and resources. By maintaining a strong connection to the local community, the school emphasizes both traditional academic achievement and the unique values of its rural setting, striving to ensure that every student is equipped with the skills needed for future endeavors.

For more information, contact QUEMADO HIGH at (505) 773-4700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.