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McCloud, CA vs Taos, NM

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- Taos spends 1.9% more per student than McCloud.
- The Student Teacher Ratio is 31.7% lower in Taos than in McCloud. (lower means fewer students in each classroom).
- Taos had 5.5% fewer residents who had graduated High School compared to McCloud
 McCloud, CATaos, NMUnited States
 Expend. per Student  Unlock$15,149$15,905
 Educ. Expend. per Student$13,777  Unlock$13,142
 Instr. Expend. per Student  Unlock$7,370$7,999
 Pupil/Teacher Ratio17.68  Unlock16.23
 Students per Librarian  Unlock19014573
 Students per Counselor600  Unlock530
 Grade School Educ.  Unlock6.5%4.8%
 Some High School Educ.7.1%  Unlock6.3%
 High School Educ.  Unlock86.5%88.9%
 Some College Educ.32.0%  Unlock20.0%
 2 yr College Grad.  Unlock9.4%8.7%
 4 yr College Grad.18.1%  Unlock33.7%
 Masters Grad.  Unlock10.1%9.3%
 Professional Degree1.3%  Unlock2.2%
 Doctorate Degree  Unlock2.4%1.5%
Reviews for Mccloud    1 Reviews

Originally a company owned mill town, McCloud is a great get away place. Only 15 minutes from Mt. Shasta on hwy. 89, the town is comprised mainly of old mill houses.   More

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Reviews for Taos    6 Reviews

I’ve traveled to many places in my lifetime. New Mexico is a favorite. Typically we stay in The Inn of The Governor’s in Santa Fe. (It’s an awesome place.) This  More

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Over 16 years ago

Taos is beautiful with much to offer. However, housing is very expensive. Because much of the town's economy focuses on tourism, there are few jobs available in other  More

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Over 16 years ago

Taos has a diverse culture which has helped create a diverse art market with over 100 galleries and studios. From traditional native arts to contemporary, Taos has it  More

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