Serving 1,902 students in grades 9-12, Albuquerque High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 58%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,902 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Top 30% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Albuquerque High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Albuquerque High School's student population of 1,902 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 106 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,902 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
106 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Albuquerque High School ranks within the top 10% of all 217 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Albuquerque High School is 0.39, 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
#15 out of 217 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
58%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
3%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
77%
62%
Black
3%
2%
White
13%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
82%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Albuquerque High School's ranking?
Albuquerque High School is ranked #15 out of 217 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Albuquerque High School often compared to?
Albuquerque High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sandia High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% NM state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 58% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Albuquerque High School?
The graduation rate of Albuquerque High School is 82%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Albuquerque High School?
1,902 students attend Albuquerque High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Albuquerque High School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Albuquerque High School?
Albuquerque High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Albuquerque High School offer ?
Albuquerque High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Albuquerque High School part of?
Albuquerque High School is part of Albuquerque Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Albuquerque High School located?
Albuquerque High School is located in the Santa Barbara Martineztown neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 2 other public schools located in Santa Barbara Martineztown.
School Reviews
5 6/30/2018
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