High Schools in Aztec

The Aztec area is home to two high schools, Aztec High and Vista Nueva High, both serving grades 9-12. While the schools share similar four-year graduation rates of 76.7%, they differ in their academic performance and overall rankings within the state of New Mexico.

Aztec High is ranked 106 out of 190 New Mexico high schools and has a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school underperforms the state average in proficiency rates for several key subjects, including science, English language arts, and mathematics. In contrast, Vista Nueva High is ranked 63 out of 170 New Mexico high schools and has a 3-star rating. While Vista Nueva High underperforms the state average in science, it outperforms the state average in language arts.

Both Aztec High and Vista Nueva High serve a predominantly low-income student population, as evidenced by their 100% free and reduced lunch rates. This socioeconomic challenge may contribute to the academic performance disparities observed between the two schools. Addressing these disparities and supporting the educational needs of the students in the Aztec community will be crucial for improving overall educational outcomes in the area.