Serving 1,998 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 5% (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 17:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,998 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 70% (Btm 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Mesa High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
West Mesa High School's student population of 1,998 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 118 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,998 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
118 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Mesa High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Mesa High School is 0.29, 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
#692 out of 810 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
6%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
84%
62%
Black
2%
2%
White
5%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)70%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #692 out of 810 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?
5% 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 70%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend West Mesa High School?
1,998 students attend West Mesa High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of West Mesa High School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 2% 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 17:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Mesa High School offer ?
West Mesa High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is West Mesa High School part of?
West Mesa High School is part of Albuquerque Public Schools 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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