Serving 1,450 students in grades 9-12, Los Lunas High School ranks in the bottom 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 15% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,450 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Top 30% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Los Lunas High School's student population of 1,450 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
School Mascot
Tiger
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,450 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Year Founded
1926
School Rankings
Los Lunas High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Los Lunas High School is 0.48, which is less 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
#466 out of 810 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
8%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
69%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
20%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)82%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Los Lunas High School's ranking?
Los Lunas High School is ranked #466 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Los Lunas High School often compared to?
Los Lunas High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valencia High School, Belen High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Los Lunas High School?
The graduation rate of Los Lunas High School is 82%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Los Lunas High School?
1,450 students attend Los Lunas High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Los Lunas High School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 8% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Los Lunas High School?
Los Lunas High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Los Lunas High School offer ?
Los Lunas High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Los Lunas High School part of?
Los Lunas High School is part of Los Lunas School District.
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