Aztec High School is a public high school in Aztec, New Mexico. The school colors are black and orange and the mascot is the Fighting Tiger. In addition to Aztec, the district also serves northern Bloomfield and the communities of Cedar Hill, Center Point, and La Boca.
Serving 696 students in grades 9-12, Aztec 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 6-9% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 696 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Aztec High's attendance zone encompasses the entire Aztec school district, covering approximately 425.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 17.9 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 33.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Aztec High School's student population of 696 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
696 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Aztec High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aztec High School is 0.71, which is more 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
#492 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
24%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
21%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
35%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
36%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
65-69%
76.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.7%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
7%
4%
Showing 2007–2016. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Black/Orange
School Mascot
Tiger
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aztec High School's ranking?
Aztec High School is ranked #492 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Aztec High School often compared to?
Aztec High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Piedra Vista High School, Bloomfield High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Aztec High School?
The graduation rate of Aztec High School is 65-69%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 76.5%.
How many students attend Aztec High School?
696 students attend Aztec High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Aztec High School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Aztec High School?
Aztec High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Aztec High School offer ?
Aztec High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Aztec High School part of?
Aztec High School is part of Aztec School District.
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