Santa Fe High School is a public secondary school located in Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States. Founded in 1899, it is one of the oldest high schools in New Mexico. The school exclusively educates a secondary student-based body, ninth through twelfth grades.
Serving 1,491 students in grades 9-12, Santa Fe High School ranks in the top 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 18% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher 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 82% 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: 1,491 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: 80% (Top 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Santa Fe High serves the eastern part of its school district in Santa Fe, NM, covering an area of approximately 498.7 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 12.6 miles from the center to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 26.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Santa Fe High School's student population of 1,491 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,491 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1899
School Rankings
Santa Fe High School ranks within the top 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Santa Fe High School is 0.39, 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
#366 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
24%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
34%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
76%
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
18%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80%
76.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)79%
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
Navy Blue, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Santa Fe High School's ranking?
Santa Fe High School is ranked #366 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Santa Fe High School often compared to?
Santa Fe High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Capital High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Santa Fe High School?
The graduation rate of Santa Fe High School is 80%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 76.5%.
How many students attend Santa Fe High School?
1,491 students attend Santa Fe High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Santa Fe High School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Santa Fe High School?
Santa Fe High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Santa Fe High School offer ?
Santa Fe High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Santa Fe High School part of?
Santa Fe High School is part of Santa Fe School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
We have been very impressed with the teaching faculty at Santa Fe High School, where our son transferred from a private high school. The pre-AP and AP programs are very strong, facilities (art, drama, science, they even have welding)are set up like a college campus, and most of all dedicated teachers! The students seem to excel and go on to excellent colleges across the country. A very diverse and challenging environment.
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