Serving 290 students in grades 7-12, Mandela International Magnet (Mims) ranks in the top 5% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 290 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 20% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mandela International Magnet (Mims) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mandela International Magnet (Mims)'s student population of 290 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
290 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Mandela International Magnet (Mims) 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 Mandela International Magnet (Mims) 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
#19 out of 796 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
7%
1%
Hispanic
40%
63%
Black
1%
2%
White
49%
19%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(19-20)≥90%
77%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mandela International Magnet (Mims)'s ranking?
Mandela International Magnet (Mims) is ranked #19 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Mandela International Magnet (Mims) often compared to?
Mandela International Magnet (Mims)is often viewed alongside schools like Academy For Technology & Classics, Santa Fe High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mandela International Magnet (Mims)?
The graduation rate of Mandela International Magnet (Mims) is 90%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 77%.
How many students attend Mandela International Magnet (Mims)?
290 students attend Mandela International Magnet (Mims).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Mandela International Magnet (Mims) students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mandela International Magnet (Mims)?
Mandela International Magnet (Mims) has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mandela International Magnet (Mims) offer ?
Mandela International Magnet (Mims) offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mandela International Magnet (Mims) part of?
Mandela International Magnet (Mims) is part of Santa Fe School District.
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