Serving 2,251 students in grades 9-12, Volcano Vista High School ranks in the top 20% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 58%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,251 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Top 20% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- 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
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Volcano Vista High School's student population of 2,251 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 117 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,251 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
117 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Volcano Vista High School ranks within the top 20% of all 217 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Volcano Vista High School is 0.52, 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
#29 out of 217 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
58%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
3%
12%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
66%
62%
Black
2%
2%
White
22%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Volcano Vista High School's ranking?
Volcano Vista High School is ranked #29 out of 217 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% NM state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 58% 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?
2,251 students attend Volcano Vista High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Volcano Vista High School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 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 19:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Volcano Vista High School offer ?
Volcano Vista High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Volcano Vista High School part of?
Volcano Vista High School is part of Albuquerque Public Schools School District.
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