Volcano Vista High School is a public senior high school located on the West Mesa of Albuquerque, New Mexico within the Albuquerque Public Schools District; 2014 enrollment is 2,300. The school opened in August 2007 to 9th grade students, adding 10th and 11th grades in August 2008, and 12th grade in August 2009.
Serving 2,177 students in grades 9-12, Volcano Vista High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,177 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Top 20% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Volcano Vista High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Volcano Vista High School's student population of 2,177 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 128 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,177 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
128 teachers
Year Founded
2007
Colors
White, Black, Platinum
School Rankings
Volcano Vista High School ranks within the top 50% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Volcano Vista High School is 0.50, 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
#252 out of 810 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
4%
12%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
68%
62%
Black
2%
2%
White
21%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)85%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawk
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Volcano Vista High School's ranking?
Volcano Vista High School is ranked #252 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Volcano Vista High School often compared to?
Volcano Vista High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cibola High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Volcano Vista High School?
The graduation rate of Volcano Vista High School is 85%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Volcano Vista High School?
2,177 students attend Volcano Vista High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Volcano Vista High School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 4% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Volcano Vista High School?
Volcano Vista High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Volcano Vista High School offer ?
Volcano Vista High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Volcano Vista High School part of?
Volcano Vista High School is part of Albuquerque School District.
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