West Mesa High School is a Public School in Albuquerque, New Mexico, located on the west side of the city. It is a part of Albuquerque Public Schools. The school colors are scarlet, royal blue and white, and their mascot is the Mustang.
Serving 1,565 students in grades 9-12, West Mesa 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 4% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower 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 96% 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: 1,565 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 66% (Btm 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Mesa High serves the west part of Albuquerque, NM, covering an extensive attendance area of approximately 368.9 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge being nearly 30 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Mesa High School's student population of 1,565 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 110 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,565 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
110 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1967
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Mesa 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 Mesa High School is 0.34, 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
#697 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
24%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
8%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
81%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
66%
76.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)57%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
85%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
7%
4%
Showing 2007–2016. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Royal blue, Scarlet
School Mascot
Mustang
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Mesa High School's ranking?
West Mesa High School is ranked #697 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are West Mesa High School often compared to?
West Mesa High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Mesa High School?
The graduation rate of West Mesa High School is 66%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 76.5%.
How many students attend West Mesa High School?
1,565 students attend West Mesa High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of West Mesa High School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Mesa High School?
West Mesa High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Mesa High School offer ?
West Mesa High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Mesa High School part of?
West Mesa High School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is West Mesa High School located?
West Mesa High School is located in the Los Volcanes neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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