Kirtland Central High vs Taos High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in New Mexico, United States, 252 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kirtland Central High
Kirtland · Public high · Grades 9–12
743 students
Taos High
Taos · Public high · Grades 9–12
749 students
| Measure | Kirtland Central High Kirtland, New Mexico | Taos High Taos, New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #79 of 156 | #100 of 156 |
| National rank | #15508 of 16,910 | #15949 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 743 | 749 |
| Enrollment | 743 | 749 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.9% | 99.6% |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 15.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 44% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 5% | 10% |
| city | Kirtland | Taos |
| state | New Mexico | New Mexico |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kirtland Central High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (18.7 vs 15.9).
- •Taos High does better on math proficiency (10% vs 5%).
- •Kirtland Central High does better on reading proficiency (44% vs 33%).
- •Taos High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.6% vs 99.9%).
- •Kirtland Central High does better on students per teacher (15.5 vs 15.6).
- •Taos High is the larger school with 749 students compared with 743.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Kirtland Central High better than Taos High?
On the Success Index (US), Kirtland Central High ranks higher (18.7 vs 15.9 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Kirtland Central High and Taos High?
About 252 km in a straight line, between Kirtland and Taos in New Mexico.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kirtland Central High: 743. Taos High: 749. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kirtland Central High and Taos High rank in New Mexico?
Kirtland Central High is 79th of 156 and Taos High is 100th of 156 among high schools in New Mexico on the 2025 Success Index (US).