High Schools in Santa Fe

The Santa Fe area is home to 5 high schools, serving students in grades 9-12. These schools vary in their academic performance, with Mandela International Magnet (Mims) and Academy for Technology & Classics standing out as the top-performing institutions in the region. While all schools maintain a consistent 78.0% four-year graduation rate, the data reveals significant differences in test scores and proficiency levels across the schools.

Mandela International Magnet (Mims) is consistently ranked among the top 5 high schools in New Mexico, with exceptional academic performance and a low student-teacher ratio of 11.8. In contrast, Capital High and Early College Opportunities lag behind the Santa Fe and New Mexico averages in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science proficiency.

The data suggests a correlation between socioeconomic status and academic performance, with the schools serving more affluent student populations, such as Mandela International Magnet (Mims) and Academy for Technology & Classics, demonstrating the highest levels of proficiency. Factors such as student-teacher ratios may also play a role in shaping these academic outcomes, with the top-performing schools offering more personalized learning environments.