Serving 687 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 20-24% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 58%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 687 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: 74% (Btm 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aztec High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Aztec High School's student population of 687 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
687 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Aztec 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 Aztec High School is 0.65, 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
#176 out of 217 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
58%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
15%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
38%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
43%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
74%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Aztec High School's ranking?
Aztec High School is ranked #176 out of 217 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% NM state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 58% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Aztec High School?
The graduation rate of Aztec High School is 74%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Aztec High School?
687 students attend Aztec High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Aztec High School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are American Indian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Aztec High School?
Aztec High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Aztec High School offer ?
Aztec High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Aztec High School part of?
Aztec High School is part of Aztec Municipal Schools School District.
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