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#356 of 864 schools in NM

Top 41% in state

Santa Fe High

High School · SANTA FE

2100 YUCCA ROAD, Santa Fe, NM 87505

Enrollment

1,599

Student-Teacher

18.4:1

Score

6.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Mexico schools

#356 of 864

In Santa Fe

#22 of 41

public schools

In district

#15 of 29

SANTA FE

Academic growth

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Santa Fe High

6.6/10

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

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7.1/10

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About Santa Fe High

Santa Fe High is a public high school in Santa Fe, NM, part of SANTA FE. Santa Fe High serves approximately 1,599 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Santa Fe High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #356 of 864 schools in NM.

Structured state assessment records for Santa Fe High show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • District avg 7.6
  • NM avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

74% of students at Santa Fe 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 Progress9.0Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.57 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics6.3Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency30% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-8.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile47th
College Readiness7.6Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate84%
AP Participation26.9%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.3Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,817
Chronic Absenteeism73.7%

Santa Fe High — Students at Santa Fe High score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

46%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 22.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 45.1% (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
34%
ELA
60%
2010
Math
31%
ELA
42%
2011
Math
30%
ELA
46%
2012
Math
29%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
28%
ELA
46%
2014
Math
7%
ELA
34%
2015
Math
7%
ELA
25%
2016
Math
8%
ELA
33%
2017
Math
7%
2018
Math
10%
ELA
34%
2019
Math
10%
ELA
34%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
72%
2022
Math
18%
ELA
41%

* 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: 9.0/10.

How Santa Fe High Compares

See how Santa Fe High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
59th percentile in NM
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
2.3/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.5
Sports
10
6 boys' · 4 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
46%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
87 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
73.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
26.9% participation·State avg: 2.5 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics10sports offered
6 boys'·4 girls'·42 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

2100 YUCCA ROAD, Santa Fe, NM 87505

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Santa Fe High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MANDELA INTERNATIONAL MAGNET (MIMS) (rated 9.7/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is EARLY COLLEGE OPPORTUNITIES (rated 7.1/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST MICHAELS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Santa Fe, see our Santa Fe schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
EARLY COLLEGE OPPORTUNITIES Santa Fe 0.3 mi 7.1
CHAPARRAL ELEMENTARY Santa Fe 0.5 mi 8.1
FRANCIS X. NAVA ELEMENTARY Santa Fe 0.6 mi 6.7
SALAZAR ELEMENTARY Santa Fe 1.0 mi 6.0
NEW MEXICO CONNECTIONS ACADEMY Santa Fe 1.0 mi 5.4
KEARNY ELEMENTARY Santa Fe 1.0 mi 5.9
ST MICHAELS HIGH SCHOOL Santa Fe 1.2 mi 6.2
THE TUTORIAL SCHOOL Santa Fe 1.2 mi
MILAGRO MIDDLE Santa Fe 1.2 mi 6.7
MAY CENTER FOR LEARNING Santa Fe 1.2 mi 7.2
Santa Fe Indian School Santa Fe 1.5 mi
LITTLE EARTH SCHOOL Santa Fe 1.3 mi
SANTA FE GIRLS' SCHOOL Santa Fe 1.4 mi 6.9
MANDELA INTERNATIONAL MAGNET (MIMS) Santa Fe 1.7 mi 9.7
E.J. MARTINEZ ELEMENTARY Santa Fe 1.6 mi 5.1
FAYETTE ST ACADEMY Santa Fe 1.9 mi 4.9
PINON ELEMENTARY Santa Fe 1.8 mi 7.8
NM SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Santa Fe 2.0 mi 6.8
NYE EARLY CHILDHOOD Santa Fe 1.9 mi 5.3
ASPEN COMMUNITY SCHOOL Santa Fe 2.4 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 87505 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,912

Median Home Value

$484,100

Median Rent

$1,348/mo

Population

32,189

College Educated

54.3%

Homeownership

59%

Avg Commute

17.9 min

Poverty Rate

10.9%

Median Age

53.3

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VALLEY HIGH Albuquerque, NM 6.7
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LOS LUNAS HIGH Los Lunas, NM 6.9
ALBUQUERQUE ACADEMY Albuquerque, NM 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Santa Fe High

What grades does Santa Fe High serve?

Santa Fe High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Santa Fe High?

Santa Fe High has an enrollment of approximately 1,599 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Santa Fe High?

The student-teacher ratio at Santa Fe High is 18.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Santa Fe High rank in NM?

Santa Fe High ranks #356 of 864 schools in NM.

What is Santa Fe High's MySchoolScout rating?

Santa Fe High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Santa Fe High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Santa Fe High has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Santa Fe High a charter school?

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

Is Santa Fe High a Title I school?

No, Santa Fe High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Santa Fe High?

46.0% of students at Santa Fe 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
42 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,599
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
87
Free/Reduced Lunch
46.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Santa Fe County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
73.7%
4-Year Graduation
84.0%

District

SANTA FE
District Enrollment
11,490
Schools in District
30
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,817
District Rank
#15 of 29

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