Serving 907 students in grades 9-12, Valencia High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11-19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 58%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 907 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Top 30% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Valencia High School's student population of 907 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
907 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Valencia High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 217 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valencia High School is 0.43, 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
#188 out of 217 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
58%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
4%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
73%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
21%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
82%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valencia High School's ranking?
Valencia High School is ranked #188 out of 217 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Valencia High School often compared to?
Valencia High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Los Lunas High School, Belen High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% NM state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 58% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Valencia High School?
The graduation rate of Valencia High School is 82%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Valencia High School?
907 students attend Valencia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Valencia High School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 4% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valencia High School?
Valencia High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Valencia High School offer ?
Valencia High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Valencia High School part of?
Valencia High School is part of Los Lunas Public Schools School District.
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