Serving 68 students in grades 9-12, Vista Nueva 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 68 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vista Nueva High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Vista Nueva High School's student population of 68 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
68 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
Vista Nueva 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 Vista Nueva High School is 0.54, 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
#253 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
7%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
28%
63%
Black
n/a
2%
White
62%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(19-20)≥50%
77%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)82.4%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vista Nueva High School's ranking?
Vista Nueva High School is ranked #253 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Vista Nueva High School?
The graduation rate of Vista Nueva High School is 50%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 77%.
How many students attend Vista Nueva High School?
68 students attend Vista Nueva High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Vista Nueva High School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vista Nueva High School?
Vista Nueva High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Vista Nueva High School offer ?
Vista Nueva High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Vista Nueva High School part of?
Vista Nueva High School is part of Aztec School District.
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