Rio Grande High School is a public high school located in the south valley of Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States. It is part of the Albuquerque Public Schools system.
Serving 1,475 students in grades 9-12, Rio Grande 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 6% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,475 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 62% (Btm 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rio Grande High serves the southwest part of Albuquerque, NM, covering an approximate area of 198.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.8 miles to the nearest zone edge and a maximum distance of 22.4 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rio Grande High School's student population of 1,475 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 115 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,475 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
115 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1959
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rio Grande 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 Rio Grande High School is 0.10, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#650 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
24%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
95%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
62%
76.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)56.8%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
Showing 2006–2024. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Mascot
Ravens
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rio Grande High School's ranking?
Rio Grande High School is ranked #650 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Rio Grande High School often compared to?
Rio Grande High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sandia High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rio Grande High School?
The graduation rate of Rio Grande High School is 62%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 76.5%.
How many students attend Rio Grande High School?
1,475 students attend Rio Grande High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Rio Grande High School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rio Grande High School?
Rio Grande High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rio Grande High School offer ?
Rio Grande High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rio Grande High School part of?
Rio Grande High School is part of Albuquerque School District.
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