Serving 1,622 students in grades 9-12, Cibola 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 19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (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 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,622 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Top 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cibola High School's student population of 1,622 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,622 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Year Founded
1974
Colors
White, Brown, Gold
School Calendar
School Mascot
Cougars
School Rankings
Cibola High School ranks within the top 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cibola High School is 0.56, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#330 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
7%
12%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
63%
62%
Black
3%
2%
White
21%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)86%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cibola High School's ranking?
Cibola High School is ranked #330 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Cibola High School often compared to?
Cibola High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Volcano Vista High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cibola High School?
The graduation rate of Cibola High School is 86%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Cibola High School?
1,622 students attend Cibola High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Cibola High School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 7% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cibola High School?
Cibola High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cibola High School offer ?
Cibola High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cibola High School part of?
Cibola High School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Cibola High School located?
Cibola High School is located in the Seven Bar Ranch neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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