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#283 of 864 schools in NM

Top 33% in state

Los Lunas High

High School · LOS LUNAS

PO DRAWER 1300, Los Lunas, NM 87031

Enrollment

1,450

Student-Teacher

18.6:1

Score

6.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Mexico schools

#283 of 864

In Los Lunas

#5 of 17

public schools

In district

#4 of 16

LOS LUNAS

Academic growth

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Los Lunas High

6.9/10

High School in Los Lunas · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Los Lunas High

Los Lunas High is a public high school in Los Lunas, NM, part of LOS LUNAS. Los Lunas High serves approximately 1,450 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Los Lunas High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #283 of 864 schools in NM.

Structured state assessment records for Los Lunas High show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • NM avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

51% of students at Los Lunas High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.61 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics6.5Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency15% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency24% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)23% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+0.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile50th
College Readiness8.2Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate82%
AP Participation41.2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.8Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,753
Chronic Absenteeism51.2%

Los Lunas High — Students at Los Lunas High score 24% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

95.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 19.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 39.9% (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
32%
ELA
55%
2010
Math
28%
ELA
37%
2011
Math
31%
ELA
40%
2012
Math
22%
ELA
38%
2013
Math
26%
ELA
41%
2014
Math
5%
ELA
25%
2015
Math
8%
ELA
30%
2016
Math
9%
ELA
31%
2017
Math
16%
2018
Math
9%
ELA
40%
2019
Math
9%
ELA
40%
2020*
Math
34.5%
ELA
54.5%
2021*
Math
34.5%
ELA
54.5%
2022
Math
15%
ELA
33%

* 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: 8.9/10.

How Los Lunas High Compares

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

Overall Score
6.9/10
67th percentile in NM
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.5
Sports
10
4 boys' · 6 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
95%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
78 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
51.2%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
41.2% participation·State avg: 2.5 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics10sports offered
4 boys'·6 girls'·10 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

PO DRAWER 1300, Los Lunas, NM 87031

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Los Lunas High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. VALENCIA HIGH (rated 5.8/10, 8.3 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, CENTURY ALT HIGH (rated 5.5/10, 3.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Los Lunas, see our Los Lunas schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.3 mi
School Distance Rating
KATHERINE GALLEGOS ELEMENTARY Los Lunas 1.0 mi 8.1
RAYMOND GABALDON ELEMENTARY Los Lunas 1.6 mi 6.9
LOS LUNAS MIDDLE Los Lunas 1.6 mi 5.6
SCHOOL OF DREAMS ACADEMY Los Lunas 1.9 mi 7.0
SUNDANCE ELEMENTARY Los Lunas 1.7 mi 6.5
LOS LUNAS ELEMENTARY Los Lunas 1.9 mi 5.8
CENTURY ALT HIGH Los Lunas 3.0 mi 5.5
BOSQUE FARMS ELEMENTARY Los Lunas 3.8 mi 5.4
PERALTA ELEMENTARY Los Lunas 3.8 mi 6.8
VALENCIA ELEMENTARY Los Lunas 4.0 mi 4.9
LOS LUNAS FAMILY SCHOOL Los Lunas 4.0 mi 6.5
Isleta Elementary School Albuquerque 5.8 mi 7.3
DENNIS CHAVEZ ELEMENTARY Belen 6.3 mi 7.0
ANN PARISH ELEMENTARY Los Lunas 5.8 mi 7.5
TOME ELEMENTARY Los Lunas 6.8 mi 5.2
VALENCIA MIDDLE SCHOOL Los Lunas 7.3 mi 5.5
DESERT VIEW ELEMENTARY Los Lunas 7.3 mi 6.0
DEL RIO ACADEMY Los Lunas 8.7 mi 3.4
VALENCIA HIGH Los Lunas 8.3 mi 5.8
CANON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Belen 9.3 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 87031 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,947

Median Home Value

$206,600

Median Rent

$1,083/mo

Population

46,211

College Educated

21.4%

Homeownership

81%

Avg Commute

29.8 min

Poverty Rate

18.3%

Median Age

36.5

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CENTENNIAL HIGH SCHOOL Las Cruces, NM 7.1
CIBOLA HIGH Albuquerque, NM 6.7
VALLEY HIGH Albuquerque, NM 6.7
SANTA FE HIGH Santa Fe, NM 6.6
CLOVIS HIGH Clovis, NM 6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Los Lunas High

What grades does Los Lunas High serve?

Los Lunas High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Los Lunas High?

Los Lunas High has an enrollment of approximately 1,450 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Los Lunas High is 18.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Los Lunas High rank in NM?

Los Lunas High ranks #283 of 864 schools in NM.

What is Los Lunas High's MySchoolScout rating?

Los Lunas High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Lunas High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Los Lunas High has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Los Lunas High a charter school?

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

Is Los Lunas High a Title I school?

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

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

95.2% of students at Los Lunas 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
35 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,450
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
78
Free/Reduced Lunch
95.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Valencia County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
51.2%
4-Year Graduation
82.0%

District

LOS LUNAS
District Enrollment
8,242
Schools in District
16
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,753
District Rank
#4 of 16

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