Serving 277 students in grades 7-12, Mandela International Magnet (Mims) ranks in the top 20% 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% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 58%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 277 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 1% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- 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
Graduation Rate
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Mandela International Magnet (Mims)'s student population of 277 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
277 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mandela International Magnet (Mims) ranks within the top 20% of all 217 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mandela International Magnet (Mims) is 0.59, 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
#41 out of 217 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
58%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
12%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
45%
62%
Black
2%
2%
White
46%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #41 out of 217 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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 Santa Fe High School, Wood-gormley Elementary School, Academy For Technology & Classics by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% NM state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 58% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mandela International Magnet (Mims)?
The graduation rate of Mandela International Magnet (Mims) is 98%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Mandela International Magnet (Mims)?
277 students attend Mandela International Magnet (Mims).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Mandela International Magnet (Mims) students are White, 45% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
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 14:1.
What grades does Mandela International Magnet (Mims) offer ?
Mandela International Magnet (Mims) offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Mandela International Magnet (Mims) part of?
Mandela International Magnet (Mims) is part of Santa Fe Public Schools School District.
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