La Cueva High School is a public high school located in northeast Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States, within the Albuquerque Public Schools District. Its mascot is the Bears.
Serving 1,831 students in grades 9-12, La Cueva High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,831 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Cueva High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
La Cueva High School's student population of 1,831 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 98 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,831 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
98 teachers
Year Founded
1986
Colors
White, Navy Blue, Silver
School Motto
Where Excellence is a Habit
School Rankings
La Cueva High School ranks within the top 5% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Cueva 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
#23 out of 796 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
12%
Asian
9%
1%
Hispanic
44%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
39%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)94%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bear
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Cueva High School's ranking?
La Cueva High School is ranked #23 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are La Cueva High School often compared to?
La Cueva High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eldorado High School, Sandia High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of La Cueva High School?
The graduation rate of La Cueva High School is 94%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend La Cueva High School?
1,831 students attend La Cueva High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of La Cueva High School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of La Cueva High School?
La Cueva High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does La Cueva High School offer ?
La Cueva High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is La Cueva High School part of?
La Cueva High School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is La Cueva High School located?
La Cueva High School is located in the Nor Este neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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