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Portales High

201 South Knoxville Ave, Portales, NM 88130, United States
+1 (575) 356-7015
http://www.portalesschools.com/portales_high_school
2.5
Overall Rating

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Portales High Overview

About This School

Portales High is a public high in Portales, New Mexico, serving 754 students in grades 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate 32% proficiency in ELA and 17% proficiency in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1 with 48 teachers on staff and an average teacher salary of $54,883. Guidance resources include one counselor for every 251 students. The student body is composed of 52% male and 48% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 68% Hispanic, 26% White, 3% Two or More Races, 2% Black, and 1% Asian.

754
Total Students
Grade 9-12
15:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
48 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts32%
Mathematics17%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 9-12
County
Roosevelt County
Students per Counselor
251:1

Portales High Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

32%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 35%State Avg: 34%
17%
Mathematics
City Avg: 28%State Avg: 25%
N/A
Science

Class Information

15:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 11:1
State Avg: 13.5:1
251
Students per Counselor

Portales High Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
48

Average Teacher Salary

$54,883
City Avg: $54,883
State Avg: $70,053

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Students per Counselor251:1

Portales High Student Demographics

Student Body

52.39%
Male
47.61%
Female
Total Enrollment: 754 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White25.73%
Hispanic67.64%
Asian0.93%
Black1.99%
Two or More Races2.79%
Native American0.93%

Portales High Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Portales High

Q: What is Portales High?

A: Portales High is a high public located in Portales.

Q: How many students attend Portales High?

A: Portales High has approximately 754 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Portales High?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Portales High is 15:1.

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Detailed Information about Portales High

Portales High is a public high in Portales, New Mexico, serving 754 students in grades 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate 32% proficiency in ELA and 17% proficiency in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1 with 48 teachers on staff and an average teacher salary of $54,883. Guidance resources include one counselor for every 251 students. The student body is composed of 52% male and 48% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 68% Hispanic, 26% White, 3% Two or More Races, 2% Black, and 1% Asian.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About Portales High - Portales, NM

Quick Facts about Portales High
School NamePortales High
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 9-12
Location201 South Knoxville Ave, Portales, NM 88130, Portales, NM
CountyRoosevelt County
Phone+1 (575) 356-7015
Total Students754
Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Full-Time Teachers48
Rating2.5/10
ELA Proficiency32%
Math Proficiency17%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Portales High

What is Portales High?

Portales High is a high public located in Portales.

How many students attend Portales High?

Portales High has approximately 754 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Portales High?

The student-teacher ratio at Portales High is 15:1.

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