Roswell High School (RHS) is a public senior high school in Roswell, New Mexico. It is a part of the Roswell Independent School District. Established in 1913, it is the oldest public high school in the city. The colors of RHS are: Dark Crimson Red, White and Black, their mascot is a Coyote. Enrollment at the school currently stands at 1,311.
Academics
Student body statistics
Ethnicity This school State average White (not hispanic) 27% 29% Hispanic (of any race) 68% 56% American Indian/Alaskan Native <1% 11% African American 4% 3% Pacific Islander 1% 1%
Athletics
RHS competes in the New Mexico Activities Association, a AAAAA school in District 4. Their district includes Artesia High School, Goddard High School and Lovington High School.
RHS has captured several state championships since 1914.
State Championships Season Sport YearFall Football 2024, 2019, 2018, 2000, 1988, 1987, 1955, 1953 Volleyball 2006, 1993, 1977, 1976 Boys, Soccer 2013 Winter Boys, Basketball 2017, 2014, 2010, 2009, 1964, 1963, 1952, 1927, 1926 Boys, Swimming and Diving 1961Spring Baseball 1966, 1964, 1960 Boys, Track & Field 1919, 1918, 1915, 1914 Girls, Track & Field 1989 Dance 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 Cheer 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010
Notable people Alumni Cormac Antram, Franciscan priest on the Navajo Nation, broadcaster of long-running English/Navajo radio program The Padre's Hour Tom Brookshier, NFL defensive back and broadcaster Glenn Dennis, founder of International UFO Museum and Research Center Pete Jaquess, NFL defensive back DonTrell Moore, NFL running back Cliff Pirtle, New Mexico state senator Paul Smith, NFL defensive lineman
Staff Eddie Reese, Olympic swimming coach (coached at Roswell High early in career now retired because Roswell High School no longer has a swimming team)
See also List of high schools in New Mexico University High School
References
External links Official School Webpage