Albuquerque High School is a public high school near Downtown Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States. It is a part of the Albuquerque Public Schools district. Enrollment at AHS stands at 1,741. AHS was named the 43rd best high school in the state of New Mexico by U.S. News & World Report.
Serving 1,568 students in grades 9-12, Albuquerque High School ranks in the top 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 18% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,568 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 74% (Btm 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Albuquerque High serves the southeast part of Albuquerque, NM, covering an area of approximately 48.6 square miles. Families typically experience a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 3.8 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, reaching up to 11.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Albuquerque High School's student population of 1,568 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 106 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,568 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
106 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1879
School Calendar
School Rankings
Albuquerque High School ranks within the top 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Albuquerque High School is 0.41, 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
#366 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
24%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
34%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
76%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
13%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
74%
76.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.1%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
Showing 2008–2024. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and Gold
School Mascot
Bulldog
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 #366 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Albuquerque High School?
The graduation rate of Albuquerque High School is 74%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 76.5%.
How many students attend Albuquerque High School?
1,568 students attend Albuquerque High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Albuquerque High School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Albuquerque High School?
Albuquerque High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Albuquerque High School offer ?
Albuquerque High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Albuquerque High School part of?
Albuquerque High School is part of Albuquerque 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.
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