Serving 442 students in grades 9-12, West Las Vegas High School ranks in the bottom 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 6-9% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower 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 93% 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: 442 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: W Las Vegas High's attendance zone covers the entire Las Vegas, NM school district, encompassing approximately 3,067.9 square miles. The zone extends up to 92.3 miles from the school, with most areas being a typical 20-30 minute drive and an average distance of 28.5 miles to the zone's edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Las Vegas High School's student population of 442 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 78% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
442 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
It's always a great day to be a DON.
School Rankings
West Las Vegas High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Las Vegas High School is 0.19, 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
#673 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
24%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
11%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
90%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
Showing 1993–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
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
70-74%
76.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.5%
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 (04-05)
14%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Lady Dons
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Las Vegas High School's ranking?
West Las Vegas High School is ranked #673 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Las Vegas High School?
The graduation rate of West Las Vegas High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 76.5%.
How many students attend West Las Vegas High School?
442 students attend West Las Vegas High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of West Las Vegas High School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Las Vegas High School?
West Las Vegas High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Las Vegas High School offer ?
West Las Vegas High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Las Vegas High School part of?
West Las Vegas High School is part of West Las Vegas School District.
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