Serving 1,800 students in grades 9-12, La Cueva High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,800 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 5% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Cueva High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Kategorie
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
La Cueva High School's student population of 1,800 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,800 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
La Cueva High School ranks within the top 5% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Cueva High School is 0.65, 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
#32 out of 810 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
12%
Asian
10%
1%
Hispanic
41%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
42%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)94%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Cueva High School's ranking?
La Cueva High School is ranked #32 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are La Cueva High School often compared to?
La Cueva High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eldorado High School, Sandia High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of La Cueva High School?
The graduation rate of La Cueva High School is 94%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend La Cueva High School?
1,800 students attend La Cueva High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of La Cueva High School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of La Cueva High School?
La Cueva High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does La Cueva High School offer ?
La Cueva High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is La Cueva High School part of?
La Cueva High School is part of Albuquerque Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is La Cueva High School located?
La Cueva High School is located in the Nor Este neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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