Serving 1,071 students in grades 9-12, Del Norte 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 10-14% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% 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: 1,071 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 69% (Btm 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Del Norte High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Del Norte High School's student population of 1,071 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,071 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Del Norte High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Del Norte High School is 0.60, 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
#612 out of 810 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
16%
12%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
60%
62%
Black
4%
2%
White
13%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)69%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Del Norte High School's ranking?
Del Norte High School is ranked #612 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Del Norte High School often compared to?
Del Norte High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sandia High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Del Norte High School?
The graduation rate of Del Norte High School is 69%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Del Norte High School?
1,071 students attend Del Norte High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Del Norte High School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are American Indian, 13% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Del Norte High School?
Del Norte High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Del Norte High School offer ?
Del Norte High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Del Norte High School part of?
Del Norte High School is part of Albuquerque Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Del Norte High School located?
Del Norte High School is located in the Del Norte neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 1 other public schools located in Del Norte.
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