Mayfield High School is one of four traditional public high schools in Las Cruces, New Mexico. As of 2023-24, the school serves 1,421 students. The school is a part of the Las Cruces Public Schools district.
Serving 1,327 students in grades 9-12, Mayfield High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,327 students
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 78% (Top 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mayfield High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mayfield High School's student population of 1,327 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,327 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
85 teachers
Year Founded
1965
Colors
Green, Gold
School Rankings
Mayfield High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mayfield High School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#608 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
33%
American Indian
1%
11%
Hispanic
83%
63%
Black
1%
2%
White
14%
19%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)78%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mayfield High School's ranking?
Mayfield High School is ranked #608 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Mayfield High School often compared to?
Mayfield High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Las Cruces High School, Organ Mountain High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mayfield High School?
The graduation rate of Mayfield High School is 78%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Mayfield High School?
1,327 students attend Mayfield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Mayfield High School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Mayfield High School offer ?
Mayfield High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mayfield High School part of?
Mayfield High School is part of Las Cruces School District.
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