Piedra Vista High School is a public high school in Farmington, New Mexico, founded in 1998. It is part of the Farmington Municipal School District. PVHS is one of four high schools in Farmington and is located on the city's northeast side.
Serving 1,511 students in grades 9-12, Piedra Vista High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,511 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Top 30% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Piedra Vista High serves the northeast area of Farmington, NM, covering approximately 112.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 11.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Piedra Vista High School's student population of 1,511 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,511 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1998
School Rankings
Piedra Vista High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Piedra Vista High School is 0.71, 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
#473 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
24%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
34%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
30%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
34%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
30%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
84%
76.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.2%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
Showing 2008–2024. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black and Gold
School Mascot
Panther
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Piedra Vista High School's ranking?
Piedra Vista High School is ranked #473 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Piedra Vista High School often compared to?
Piedra Vista High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Farmington High School, Kirtland Central High School, Aztec High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Piedra Vista High School?
The graduation rate of Piedra Vista High School is 84%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 76.5%.
How many students attend Piedra Vista High School?
1,511 students attend Piedra Vista High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Piedra Vista High School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are American Indian, 30% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Piedra Vista High School?
Piedra Vista High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Piedra Vista High School offer ?
Piedra Vista High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Piedra Vista High School part of?
Piedra Vista High School is part of Farmington School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This is the best school in the county and even surrounding counties, High expectations and more focused on school compared to Farmington High school. Very preppy which is nice in some ways. If you want your child to get a good education I would definitely recommend having them come here.
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