Valencia High School is a high school that opened in the fall of 2006 in Los Lunas, Valencia County, New Mexico, United States. Formerly known as the "Los Lunas Career Academy", the high school serves students on the east side of the Rio Grande, with the exception of students who attended Ann Parish Elementary School.
Serving 916 students in grades 9-12, Valencia 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 10-14% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 916 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Top 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valencia High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Valencia High School's student population of 916 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
916 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
2006
Colors
Red, Silver
School Calendar
School Rankings
Valencia High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valencia High School is 0.46, 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
#531 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
4%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
69%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
25%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
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 (21-22)
5%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Jaguar
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valencia High School's ranking?
Valencia High School is ranked #531 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Valencia High School often compared to?
Valencia High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Los Lunas High School, Belen 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 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Valencia High School?
The graduation rate of Valencia High School is 82%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Valencia High School?
916 students attend Valencia High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Valencia High School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 4% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valencia High School?
Valencia High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Valencia High School offer ?
Valencia High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Valencia High School part of?
Valencia High School is part of Los Lunas School District.
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