Del Norte High School is a public high school in the northeast heights of Albuquerque, New Mexico, established in 1964. The school is situated on a 45.2-acre campus, and has an enrollment of 1,376 students.
Serving 1,066 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 15:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,066 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- 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 1,066 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,066 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Year Founded
1964
Colors
White, Black
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 0.61, 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
15:1
13:1
American Indian
18%
12%
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
59%
62%
Black
4%
2%
White
10%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
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
School Notes
- School Mascot: Knight
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
1,066 students attend Del Norte High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Del Norte High School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are American Indian, 10% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Del Norte High School?
Del Norte High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Del Norte High School offer ?
Del Norte High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Del Norte High School part of?
Del Norte High School is part of Albuquerque 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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