Serving 1,672 students in grades 9-12, Sandia High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (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 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,672 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Top 20% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sandia High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Sandia High School's student population of 1,672 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 104 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,672 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
104 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sandia 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 Sandia High School is 0.61, 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
#143 out of 810 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
5%
12%
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
57%
62%
Black
4%
2%
White
25%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)86%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sandia High School's ranking?
Sandia High School is ranked #143 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Sandia High School often compared to?
Sandia High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manzano High School, La Cueva High School, Del Norte High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sandia High School?
The graduation rate of Sandia High School is 86%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Sandia High School?
1,672 students attend Sandia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Sandia High School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 5% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sandia High School?
Sandia High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sandia High School offer ?
Sandia High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Sandia High School part of?
Sandia High School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Sandia High School located?
Sandia High School is located in the Sandia High School Area neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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