High Schools in Albuquerque

The Albuquerque school district in New Mexico contains 34 high schools serving grades 9-12, including a mix of public, public charter, and specialized high schools. The data reveals stark disparities in academic performance between the top-performing and lowest-performing schools in the district, highlighting significant inequities in educational opportunities and resources across the area.

Several standout schools emerge from the data, including Early College Academy, which is ranked 2nd out of 190 New Mexico high schools and boasts exceptional academic performance with high proficiency rates in science, math, and language arts, as well as a very high 4-year graduation rate. Other high-performing schools include Nex Gen Academy, College and Career High School, Public Academy for Performing Arts, and East Mountain High School, all of which rank among the top 35 high schools in the state.

In contrast, several schools in the Albuquerque district struggle with low academic proficiency, with some schools reporting rates below 20% in key subjects. The data also reveals high levels of economic disadvantage, with multiple schools having 100% of their students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. These factors likely contribute to the challenges these schools face in achieving strong academic outcomes and providing students with the opportunities they deserve.