DES MOINES HIGH
51 Students
High School 7th - 12th
School Overview
Des Moines High School, located in the small village of Des Moines, New Mexico, serves as the educational hub for students in a rural, close-knit community. As part of the Des Moines Municipal School District, the institution prioritizes a personalized approach to education, leveraging its small size to foster strong relationships between faculty, students, and families. The school is committed to providing a comprehensive academic curriculum while maintaining a focus on the specific needs of students living in the high-plains region of northeastern New Mexico.
Beyond traditional classroom instruction, Des Moines High School places a significant emphasis on extracurricular involvement and community engagement, which are central to the student experience in a small town. The school encourages participation in athletics, academic clubs, and school events, helping to build a sense of school spirit and collective identity. By maintaining a supportive environment and staying connected to the local community, Des Moines High aims to prepare its graduates for success in higher education, trade programs, or the workforce, ensuring they remain competitive while maintaining the values of their community.
Beyond traditional classroom instruction, Des Moines High School places a significant emphasis on extracurricular involvement and community engagement, which are central to the student experience in a small town. The school encourages participation in athletics, academic clubs, and school events, helping to build a sense of school spirit and collective identity. By maintaining a supportive environment and staying connected to the local community, Des Moines High aims to prepare its graduates for success in higher education, trade programs, or the workforce, ensuring they remain competitive while maintaining the values of their community.
51
Total Students
6.4
Full-Time Teachers
8.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
33.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 38 |
| Hispanic | 12 |
| Black | 1 |
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White38 (74.5 %)
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Hispanic12 (23.5 %)
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Black1 (2.0 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | DES MOINES MUNICIPAL SCHOOLS |
| Phone: | (575)278-2611 |
| Website: | http://www.desmoines.k12.nm.us/District/Portal/Highschool |
| Grade Range: | 7th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 51 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 6.4 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 8.0 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 14 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 3 |
Grades Taught
Grade 7
13
Grade 8
8
Grade 9
12
Grade 10
6
Grade 11
7
Grade 12
5
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 7 | 13 |
| Grade 8 | 8 |
| Grade 9 | 12 |
| Grade 10 | 6 |
| Grade 11 | 7 |
| Grade 12 | 5 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 26 | 51% |
| Male | 25 | 49% |