Sandia High School is a public high school located in the northeast heights of Albuquerque, New Mexico. It is a member of the Albuquerque Public Schools district. The current enrollment is 1,776.
Serving 1,618 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 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (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 14:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,618 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Top 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- 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
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sandia High School's student population of 1,618 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 114 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,618 students
Total Classroom Teachers
114 teachers
Year Founded
1958
School Calendar
School Motto
Scholarship, Honor, Service
School Rankings
Sandia High School ranks within the top 20% of all 796 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
#149 out of 796 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
6%
11%
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
57%
63%
Black
3%
2%
White
24%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)86%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Albuquerque School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bullfighter
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sandia High School's ranking?
Sandia High School is ranked #149 out of 796 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% 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?
1,618 students attend Sandia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Sandia High School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 6% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sandia High School?
Sandia High School has a student ration of 14:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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