Serving 194 students in grades 9-12, Alta Vista Early College High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 194 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 1% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alta Vista Early College High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Alta Vista Early College High School's student population of 194 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
194 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Alta Vista Early College High School ranks within the top 20% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alta Vista Early College High School is 0.04, 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
#130 out of 810 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
98%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)98%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alta Vista Early College High School's ranking?
Alta Vista Early College High School is ranked #130 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Alta Vista Early College High School often compared to?
Alta Vista Early College High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alma D'arte Charter, Centennial High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alta Vista Early College High School?
The graduation rate of Alta Vista Early College High School is 98%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Alta Vista Early College High School?
194 students attend Alta Vista Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Alta Vista Early College High School students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alta Vista Early College High School?
Alta Vista Early College High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Alta Vista Early College High School offer ?
Alta Vista Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alta Vista Early College High School part of?
Alta Vista Early College High School is part of Gadsden School District.
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