The Penitentiary of New Mexico is a men's maximum-security prison located in unincorporated Santa Fe County, 15 miles south of central Santa Fe, on New Mexico State Road 14. It is operated by the New Mexico Corrections Department.
Penitentiary Of Nm-santa Fe serves 2 students in grades 8-12.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 2 students
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Penitentiary Of Nm-santa Fe ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Penitentiary Of Nm-santa Fe's student population of 2 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of Penitentiary Of Nm-santa Fe is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
50%
62%
Black
50%
2%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(15-16)<50%
71%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Penitentiary Of Nm-santa Fe?
The graduation rate of Penitentiary Of Nm-santa Fe is 50%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 71%.
How many students attend Penitentiary Of Nm-santa Fe?
2 students attend Penitentiary Of Nm-santa Fe.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Penitentiary Of Nm-santa Fe students are Hispanic, and 50% of students are Black.
What grades does Penitentiary Of Nm-santa Fe offer ?
Penitentiary Of Nm-santa Fe offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Penitentiary Of Nm-santa Fe part of?
Penitentiary Of Nm-santa Fe is part of Nm Corrections School District.
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