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 2,089 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 22% (which is lower 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 13:1 is equal to the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,089 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Top 30% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Volcano Vista High serves the northwest part of Albuquerque, NM, covering an attendance area of approximately 57.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 8.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Volcano Vista High School's student population of 2,089 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 157 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,089 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
157 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2007
School Calendar
School Rankings
Volcano Vista 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 Volcano Vista High School is 0.49, 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
#261 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
24%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
34%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
69%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
19%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
82%
76.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.5%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Platinum
School Mascot
Hawk
Source: 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 #261 out of 796 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?
22% 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 82%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 76.5%.
How many students attend Volcano Vista High School?
2,089 students attend Volcano Vista High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Volcano Vista High School students are Hispanic, 19% 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 13:1, which is equal to 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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