Serving 886 students in grades 10-12, Los Alamos High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 58%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 886 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 5% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Los Alamos High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Los Alamos High School's student population of 886 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Total Students
886 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Los Alamos High School ranks within the top 10% of all 217 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Los Alamos High School is 0.56, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#14 out of 217 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
58%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
12%
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
29%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
60%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
66%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Los Alamos High School's ranking?
Los Alamos High School is ranked #14 out of 217 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Los Alamos High School often compared to?
Los Alamos High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nm School For The Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% NM state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 58% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Los Alamos High School?
The graduation rate of Los Alamos High School is 94%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Los Alamos High School?
886 students attend Los Alamos High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Los Alamos High School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Los Alamos High School?
Los Alamos High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Los Alamos High School offer ?
Los Alamos High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12
What school district is Los Alamos High School part of?
Los Alamos High School is part of Los Alamos Public Schools School District.
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