Capital High School is a public secondary school located in the south side of Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States. The school, a part of Santa Fe Public Schools, was founded in 1988 and currently holds students in grades 9-12. The school's mascot is the Jaguar.
Serving 1,376 students in grades 9-12, Capital 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 4% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,376 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Top 30% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Capital High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Capital High School's student population of 1,376 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,376 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Year Founded
1988
Colors
Black, Turquoise, Silver, Turquoise Blue
School Calendar
School Motto
Striving for Excellence
School Mascot
Jags
School Rankings
Capital 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 Capital High School is 0.12, 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
#697 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
94%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
4%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)83%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Jags
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Capital High School's ranking?
Capital High School is ranked #697 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Capital High School often compared to?
Capital High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Santa Fe High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Capital High School?
The graduation rate of Capital High School is 83%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Capital High School?
1,376 students attend Capital High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Capital High School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Capital High School?
Capital High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Capital High School offer ?
Capital High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Capital High School part of?
Capital High School is part of Santa Fe School District.
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