Serving 692 students in grades 9-12, Aztec High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% 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: 692 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 74% (Btm 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aztec High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Aztec High School's student population of 692 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Mascot
Tiger
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
692 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Colors
Black, Black/Orange
School Rankings
Aztec High School ranks within the top 50% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aztec High School is 0.69, 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
#399 out of 810 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
24%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
36%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
36%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)74%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aztec High School's ranking?
Aztec High School is ranked #399 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Aztec High School often compared to?
Aztec High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Piedra Vista High School, Bloomfield High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Aztec High School?
The graduation rate of Aztec High School is 74%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Aztec High School?
692 students attend Aztec High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Aztec High School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 24% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Aztec High School?
Aztec High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Aztec High School offer ?
Aztec High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Aztec High School part of?
Aztec High School is part of Aztec School District.
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