Espanola Valley High School ranks in the bottom 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 6-9% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Graduation Rate: 63% (Top 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (24-25)
836 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Espanola Valley High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#733 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
33%
American Indian
(24-25)9%
11%
Asian
(24-25)1%
1%
Hispanic
(24-25)86%
63%
Black
(24-25)1%
2%
White
(24-25)2%
19%
Two or more races
(24-25)1%
4%
Graduation Rate
(19-20)63%
77%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (24-25)
79%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Espanola Valley High School's ranking?
Espanola Valley High School is ranked #733 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Espanola Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Espanola Valley High School is 63%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 77%.
How many students attend Espanola Valley High School?
836 students attend Espanola Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Espanola Valley High School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Espanola Valley High School offer ?
Espanola Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Espanola Valley High School part of?
Espanola Valley High School is part of Espanola School District.
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