Eldorado High School is a public 9–12 high school located in northeast Albuquerque, New Mexico, in the Albuquerque Public Schools district.
Serving 1,608 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Eldorado High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,608 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eldorado High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Eldorado High School's student population of 1,608 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 99 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,608 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
99 teachers
Year Founded
1970
Colors
White, Gold, Orange
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence, Honor, Spirit
School Rankings
Eldorado 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 Eldorado High School is 0.64, 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
#90 out of 796 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
5%
12%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
46%
62%
Black
2%
2%
White
38%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)87%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Golden Eagle
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eldorado High School's ranking?
Eldorado High School is ranked #90 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Eldorado High School often compared to?
Eldorado High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like La Cueva High School, Sandia High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Eldorado High School?
The graduation rate of Eldorado High School is 87%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Eldorado High School?
1,608 students attend Eldorado High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Eldorado High School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eldorado High School?
Eldorado High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Eldorado High School offer ?
Eldorado High School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eldorado High School part of?
Eldorado High School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Eldorado High School located?
Eldorado High School is located in the Eldorado Heights neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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