Santa Fe High School is a public secondary school located in Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States. Founded in 1899, it is one of the oldest high schools in New Mexico. The school exclusively educates a secondary student-based body, ninth through twelfth grades.
Serving 1,599 students in grades 9-12, Santa Fe High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,599 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Top 30% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Santa Fe High School's student population of 1,599 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,599 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Year Founded
1899
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Santa Fe High School ranks within the top 50% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Santa Fe High School is 0.42, which is less 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
#381 out of 810 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
12%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
74%
62%
Black
2%
2%
White
19%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)84%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Santa Fe High School's ranking?
Santa Fe High School is ranked #381 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Santa Fe High School often compared to?
Santa Fe High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Capital High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Santa Fe High School?
The graduation rate of Santa Fe High School is 84%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Santa Fe High School?
1,599 students attend Santa Fe High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Santa Fe High School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Santa Fe High School?
Santa Fe High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Santa Fe High School offer ?
Santa Fe High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Santa Fe High School part of?
Santa Fe High School is part of Santa Fe School District.
School Reviews
5 4/18/2011
We have been very impressed with the teaching faculty at Santa Fe High School, where our son transferred from a private high school. The pre-AP and AP programs are very strong, facilities (art, drama, science, they even have welding)are set up like a college campus, and most of all dedicated teachers! The students seem to excel and go on to excellent colleges across the country. A very diverse and challenging environment.
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