Serving 301 students in grades 7-12, Mandela International Magnet (Mims) ranks in the top 5% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 301 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 1% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mandela International Magnet (Mims) 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
Student Attention
School Overview
Mandela International Magnet (Mims)'s student population of 301 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
301 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mandela International Magnet (Mims) ranks within the top 5% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mandela International Magnet (Mims) is 0.60, 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
#39 out of 810 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
12%
Asian
7%
1%
Hispanic
42%
62%
Black
2%
2%
White
47%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)98%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mandela International Magnet (Mims)'s ranking?
Mandela International Magnet (Mims) is ranked #39 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Mandela International Magnet (Mims) often compared to?
Mandela International Magnet (Mims)is often viewed alongside schools like Academy For Technology & Classics, Santa Fe High School, Wood-gormley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mandela International Magnet (Mims)?
The graduation rate of Mandela International Magnet (Mims) is 98%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Mandela International Magnet (Mims)?
301 students attend Mandela International Magnet (Mims).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Mandela International Magnet (Mims) students are White, 42% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mandela International Magnet (Mims)?
Mandela International Magnet (Mims) has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mandela International Magnet (Mims) offer ?
Mandela International Magnet (Mims) offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Mandela International Magnet (Mims) part of?
Mandela International Magnet (Mims) is part of Santa Fe School District.
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