Serving 1,622 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Eldorado High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (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 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,622 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 20% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eldorado High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Eldorado High School's student population of 1,622 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 99 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
1,622 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
99 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Eldorado High School ranks within the top 20% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eldorado High School is 0.64, which is more 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
#107 out of 810 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
5%
12%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
45%
62%
Black
2%
2%
White
39%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)87%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
75%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eldorado High School's ranking?
Eldorado High School is ranked #107 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Eldorado High School often compared to?
Eldorado High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like La Cueva High School, Sandia High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Eldorado High School?
The graduation rate of Eldorado High School is 87%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Eldorado High School?
1,622 students attend Eldorado High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Eldorado High School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eldorado High School?
Eldorado High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Eldorado High School offer ?
Eldorado High School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Eldorado High School part of?
Eldorado High School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Eldorado High School located?
Eldorado High School is located in the Eldorado Heights neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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