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#106 of 864 schools in NM

Top 12% in state

Los Alamos High

High School · LOS ALAMOS

1300 DIAMOND DRIVE, Los Alamos, NM 87544

Enrollment

864

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

8.1

Grades

10th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Mexico schools

#106 of 864

In Los Alamos

#3 of 6

public schools

In district

#3 of 8

LOS ALAMOS

Academic performance

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Los Alamos High

8.1/10

High School in Los Alamos · grades 10th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Los Alamos High

Los Alamos High is a public high school in Los Alamos, NM, part of LOS ALAMOS. Los Alamos High serves approximately 864 students, and covers grades 10th-12th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Los Alamos High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #106 of 864 schools in NM.

Structured state assessment records for Los Alamos High show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

What's said publicly about Los Alamos High

Sources: Wikipedia

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.

Los Alamos High School (LAHS) is the public high school located in Los Alamos, New Mexico 2 . The institution opened in 1946 and was originally supported by the Atomic Energy Commission 2 . The school has been visited by two U.S. presidents: John F. Kennedy and Bill Clinton 2 .
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How it compares1.7 pts above NM schools
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • NM avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.1Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.99 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.6Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency53% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency74% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency64% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+15.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile94th
College Readiness8.7Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate94%
AP Participation34.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.8Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,624
Chronic Absenteeism26.5%

Los Alamos High — Students at Los Alamos High score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

12.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 55.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 73.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from NM state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
79%
ELA
85%
2010
Math
74%
ELA
79%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
79%
2012
Math
70%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
71%
ELA
76%
2014
Math
39%
ELA
64%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
64%
2016
Math
39%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
35%
2018
Math
29%
ELA
65%
2019
Math
29%
ELA
65%
2020*
Math
61%
ELA
78%
2021*
Math
61%
ELA
78%
2022
Math
53%
ELA
74%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.1/10.

How Los Alamos High Compares

See how Los Alamos High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.1/10
88th percentile in NM
Academic
9.6/10
Excellent
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
7.8/10
Very Good
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.5
Sports
12
6 boys' · 6 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
13%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
63 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.5%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
34.8% participation·State avg: 2.5 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics12sports offered
6 boys'·6 girls'·17 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1300 DIAMOND DRIVE, Los Alamos, NM 87544

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Los Alamos High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MOUNTAIN ELEMENTARY (rated 9.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is TOPPER FRESHMAN ACADEMY (rated 8.2/10, 0.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CHAMISA ELEMENTARY (rated 7.9/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby White Rock), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Los Alamos, see our Los Alamos schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.7 mi
School Distance Rating
TOPPER FRESHMAN ACADEMY Los Alamos 0.1 mi 8.2
ASPEN ELEMENTARY Los Alamos 0.7 mi 6.6
CANYONCITO MONTESSORI SCHOOL Los Alamos 0.6 mi
MOUNTAIN ELEMENTARY Los Alamos 0.9 mi 9.0
LOS ALAMOS MIDDLE Los Alamos 1.3 mi 7.4
BARRANCA MESA ELEMENTARY Los Alamos 2.3 mi 6.6
PINON ELEMENTARY White Rock 7.3 mi 7.7
CHAMISA ELEMENTARY White Rock 7.8 mi 7.9
PONDEROSA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Los Alamos 8.0 mi
San Ildefonso Day School Santa Fe 11.1 mi 7.7
Kha'p'o Community School Espanola 14.1 mi 3.1
CARLOS F. VIGIL MIDDLE Espanola 14.8 mi 5.7
POJOAQUE HIGH Santa Fe 14.1 mi 6.0
POJOAQUE INTERMEDIATE Santa Fe 14.1 mi 2.6
LOS NINOS ELEMENTARY Espanola 14.7 mi 6.6
PABLO ROYBAL ELEMENTARY Santa Fe 14.1 mi 3.7
JAMES RODRIGUEZ ELEMENTARY Espanola 14.8 mi 2.9
HERNANDEZ ELEMENTARY Espanola 16.0 mi 6.8
KERES CHILDRENS LEARNING CENTER Cochiti Pueblo 19.4 mi
EUTIMIO SALAZAR ELEMENTARY Espanola 16.7 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 87544 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$135,108

Median Home Value

$444,700

Median Rent

$1,305/mo

Population

13,806

College Educated

67.4%

Homeownership

66.3%

Poverty Rate

3.5%

Median Age

40.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Los Alamos High

What grades does Los Alamos High serve?

Los Alamos High serves students in grades 10th through 12th.

How many students attend Los Alamos High?

Los Alamos High has an enrollment of approximately 864 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Los Alamos High?

The student-teacher ratio at Los Alamos High is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Los Alamos High rank in NM?

Los Alamos High ranks #106 of 864 schools in NM.

What is Los Alamos High's MySchoolScout rating?

Los Alamos High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Los Alamos High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Los Alamos High has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Los Alamos High a charter school?

No, Los Alamos High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Los Alamos High a Title I school?

No, Los Alamos High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Los Alamos High?

12.5% of students at Los Alamos High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
24 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
10th – 12th
Enrollment
864
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
63
Free/Reduced Lunch
12.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Los Alamos County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.5%
4-Year Graduation
94.0%

District

LOS ALAMOS
District Enrollment
3,729
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,624
District Rank
#3 of 8

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