Serving 211 students in grades 9-12, Alta Vista Early College High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the New Mexico state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 58%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% 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: 211 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 1% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 30%)
- 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
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Alta Vista Early College High School's student population of 211 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
211 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alta Vista Early College High School ranks within the top 50% of all 217 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 0.10, 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
#78 out of 217 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
58%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
95%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
4%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
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 Alta Vista Early College High School's ranking?
Alta Vista Early College High School is ranked #78 out of 217 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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 Centennial High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% NM state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 58% 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?
211 students attend Alta Vista Early College High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Alta Vista Early College High School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alta Vista Early College High School?
Alta Vista Early College High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alta Vista Early College High School offer ?
Alta Vista Early College High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Alta Vista Early College High School part of?
Alta Vista Early College High School is part of Gadsden Independent Schools School District.
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