Albuquerque High School is a public high school near Downtown Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States. It is a part of the Albuquerque Public Schools district. Enrollment at AHS stands at 1,741. AHS was named the 43rd best high school in the state of New Mexico by U.S. News & World Report.
Serving 1,683 students in grades 9-12, Albuquerque High School ranks in the top 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 18% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,683 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Albuquerque High School's student population of 1,683 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 104 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,683 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
104 teachers
Year Founded
1879
School Rankings
Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque High School is 0.39, 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
#366 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
77%
62%
Black
3%
2%
White
13%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)82%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldog
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Albuquerque High School's ranking?
Albuquerque High School is ranked #366 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Albuquerque High School often compared to?
Albuquerque High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sandia High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Albuquerque High School?
The graduation rate of Albuquerque High School is 82%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Albuquerque High School?
1,683 students attend Albuquerque High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Albuquerque High School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, 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 Albuquerque High School?
Albuquerque High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Albuquerque High School offer ?
Albuquerque High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Albuquerque High School part of?
Albuquerque High School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Albuquerque High School located?
Albuquerque High School is located in the Santa Barbara Martineztown neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 2 other public schools located in Santa Barbara Martineztown.
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