For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,167 students in Belen, NM.
The top-ranked public high schools in Belen, NM are Belen High School and Belen Infinity High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Belen, NM public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the New Mexico public high school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 35% statewide average). High schools in Belen have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New Mexico public high schools.
Belen, NM public high school have a Graduation Rate of 61%, which is less than the New Mexico average of 76%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Belen High School, with 66% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Mexico or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Belen, NM (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Belen High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1619 West Delgado Ave
Belen, NM 87002
(505) 966-1300
Belen, NM 87002
(505) 966-1300
Gr: 9-12 | 1,044 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
Belen Infinity High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
221 S 4th St
Belen, NM 87002
(505) 966-1500
Belen, NM 87002
(505) 966-1500
Gr: 9-12 | 123 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Belen, NM?
The top-ranked public high schools in Belen, NM include Belen High School and Belen Infinity High School.
How many public high schools are located in Belen?
2 public high schools are located in Belen.
What is the racial composition of students in Belen?
Belen public high schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Belen are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Belen include: Belen Infinity High School vs. Belen High School, Belen High School vs. Belen Infinity High School
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