For the 2024-25 school year, there are 16 public high schools serving 8,223 students in Santa Fe, NM.
The top ranked public high schools in Santa Fe, NM are Mandela International Magnet (Mims), Santa Fe Engage and Academy For Technology & Classics. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Santa Fe, NM public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the New Mexico public high school average of 22%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 36% statewide average). High schools in Santa Fe have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Mexico public high schools.
Santa Fe, NM public high school have a Graduation Rate of 78%, which is more than the New Mexico average of 66%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Mandela International Magnet (Mims), with 98% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Mexico or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Santa Fe, NM (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mandela International Magnet (Mims)
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1604 Agua Fria
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-1901
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-1901
Grades: 7-12
| 293 students
Rank: #22.
Santa Fe Engage
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2505 Camino Entrada
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-0310
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-0310
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: #33.
Academy For Technology & Classics
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
74 A Van Nu Po Rd
Santa Fe, NM 87508
(505) 473-4282
Santa Fe, NM 87508
(505) 473-4282
Grades: 7-12
| 392 students
Rank: #44.
Nm School For The Arts
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
500 Montezuma Avenue
Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 310-4194
Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 310-4194
Grades: 9-12
| 329 students
Rank: #55.
The Masters Program
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6401 Richards Ave
Santa Fe, NM 87508
(505) 428-7320
Santa Fe, NM 87508
(505) 428-7320
Grades: 9-12
| 242 students
Rank: #66.
New Mexico Connections Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
130 Siringo Road
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 984-1133
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 984-1133
Grades: 4-12
| 1,401 students
Rank: #77.
Santa Fe High School
Magnet School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2100 Yucca Rd
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-2400
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-2400
Grades: 9-12
| 1,599 students
Rank: #88.
Early College Opportunities
Magnet School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2301 W. Zia Rd.
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-2701
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-2701
Grades: 9-12
| 113 students
Rank: #9 - 109. - 10.
Monte Del Sol Charter
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4157 Walking Rain Rd
Santa Fe, NM 87507
(505) 982-5225
Santa Fe, NM 87507
(505) 982-5225
Grades: 7-12
| 369 students
Rank: #9 - 109. - 10.
Pojoaque High School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1574 State Road 502
Santa Fe, NM 87506
(505) 455-2282
Santa Fe, NM 87506
(505) 455-2282
Grades: 9-12
| 636 students
Rank: #1111.
Desert Sage Academy
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2504 Camino Entrada
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-0310
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-0310
Grades: K-12
| 313 students
Rank: #1212.
Nm School For The Deaf
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1060 Cerrillos Rd
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 476-6300
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 476-6300
Grades: PK-12
| 147 students
Rank: #1313.
Capital High School
Magnet School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4851 Paseo Del Sol
Santa Fe, NM 87507
(505) 467-1000
Santa Fe, NM 87507
(505) 467-1000
Grades: 9-12
| 1,398 students
Rank: #1414.
Tierra Encantada Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4601 Mission Bend
Santa Fe, NM 87507
(505) 983-3337
Santa Fe, NM 87507
(505) 983-3337
Grades: 7-12
| 289 students
Rank: n/an/a
Penitentiary Of Nm-santa Fe
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
4331 State Highway 14
Santa Fe, NM 87504
(505) 473-3200
Santa Fe, NM 87504
(505) 473-3200
Grades: 8-12
| 8 students
Rank: n/an/a
Santa Fe Indian School
Magnet School
1501 Cerrillos Rd
Santa Fe, NM 87502
(505) 989-6330
Santa Fe, NM 87502
(505) 989-6330
Grades: 7-12
| 694 students
Santa Fe, New Mexico Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
450 La Madera Street
Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 989-5464
Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 989-5464
Grades: 7-8
| 240 students
551 Alarid St
Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 467-2003
Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 467-2003
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
351 East Zia Rd
Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 467-2003
Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 467-2003
Grades: 7-8
| 511 students
1750 Llano Rd
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-2003
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 467-2003
Grades: 7-8
| 106 students
Homeboundhospital (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
610 Alta Vista
Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 954-2003
Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 954-2003
Grades: K-12
| 7 students
1409 Monterey Dr
Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 467-2003
Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 467-2003
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
La Nueva Vida (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
La Madera/agua Fria
Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 473-0428
Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 473-0428
Grades: 1-12
| 49 students
1604 Aqua Fria St
Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 467-2003
Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 467-2003
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
600 East 32nd St
Santa Fe, NM 87501
(575) 956-2140
Santa Fe, NM 87501
(575) 956-2140
Grades: 9-12
| 83 students
Route 5, Box 308
Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 455-2366
Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 455-2366
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
Ser Program High School (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
2516 Cerrillos Road
Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 467-1900
Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 467-1900
Grades: 8-11
| 102 students
Sf County Jdc (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
4250 Airport Rd
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 982-2631
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 982-2631
Grades: 6-12
| 50 students
1150 Canyon Road
Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 467-2026
Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 467-2026
Grades: PK
| 23 students
Sspsnmsd Elementary School (Closed 2004)
Special Education School
1060 Cerrillos Rd.
Santa Fe, NM 87503
(505) 982-2631
Santa Fe, NM 87503
(505) 982-2631
Grades: PK
| 4 students
Route 42, Box 2
Santa Fe, NM 87506
(505) 982-1516
Santa Fe, NM 87506
(505) 982-1516
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Santa Fe, NM?
The top ranked public high schools in Santa Fe, NM include Mandela International Magnet (Mims), Santa Fe Engage and Academy For Technology & Classics.
How many public high schools are located in Santa Fe?
16 public high schools are located in Santa Fe.
What is the racial composition of students in Santa Fe?
Santa Fe public high schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Santa Fe are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Santa Fe include: Capital High School vs. Santa Fe High School, Santa Fe High School vs. Capital High School, Monte Del Sol Charter vs. Academy For Technology & Classics
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