Espanola Valley 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 15-19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Graduation Rate: 76% (Top 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Espanola Valley High's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Espanola, NM, encompassing approximately 711.6 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 15.2 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching as far as 29 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (23-24)
836 students
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Espanola Valley High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#733 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
24%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
33%
American Indian
9%
12%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
86%
63%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2009–2024. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
20%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
2%
Graduation Rate
76%
76.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
74%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Espanola Valley High School's ranking?
Espanola Valley High School is ranked #733 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
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 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Espanola Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Espanola Valley High School is 76%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 76.5%.
How many students attend Espanola Valley High School?
836 students attend Espanola Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Espanola Valley High School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Espanola Valley High School offer ?
Espanola Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Espanola Valley High School part of?
Espanola Valley High School is part of Espanola School District.
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