Serving 1,661 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Eldorado High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 58%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,661 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 20% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- 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
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Eldorado High School's student population of 1,661 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 106 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
1,661 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
106 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Eldorado High School ranks within the top 5% of all 217 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
#3 out of 217 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
58%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
4%
12%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
45%
62%
Black
2%
2%
White
40%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 #3 out of 217 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% 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?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% NM state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 58% 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?
1,661 students attend Eldorado High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Eldorado High School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% 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 Public Schools 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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