Cuba High

Cuba High is a public high school serving grades 9-12 with a total enrollment of 300 students in Cuba, New Mexico. The school is part of the Cuba District, which is ranked 116 out of 119 districts in the state and has a 0-star rating from SchoolDigger. Over the past decade, Cuba High has consistently ranked in the bottom third of New Mexico high schools.

Cuba High's academic performance is significantly below the state average, with only 19% of students proficient or better in NM-ASR/Science, compared to the state average of 36%. The school's four-year graduation rates have been inconsistent, ranging from 76.0% to 91.0% over the past few years, still below the state average. However, the school has a relatively low student-teacher ratio, ranging from 10.6 to 11.8 students per teacher, suggesting the potential for more individualized attention. The high percentage of students from low socioeconomic backgrounds, with 100% qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, is a significant factor contributing to the school's academic challenges.

While Cuba High struggles overall, its Hispanic and White student subgroups have performed relatively better compared to other subgroups. The nearest high school, Coronado High, located approximately 15.59 miles away in the Jemez Mountain district, has consistently outperformed Cuba High, ranking in the top half of New Mexico high schools and maintaining a higher graduation rate. Addressing the systemic issues, such as the high percentage of students from low socioeconomic backgrounds and the school's location in a low-performing district, may be crucial for improving the educational outcomes at Cuba High.