SANDIA HIGH SCHOOL

SANDIA HIGH is a Title I public high school that is part of the ALBUQUERQUE school district, located in ALBUQUERQUE, NM with about 1,733 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 100 teachers, SANDIA HIGH has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

SANDIA HIGH School, located in the Northeast Heights area of Albuquerque, New Mexico, is a prominent public secondary school serving the Albuquerque Public Schools (APS) district. Established in 1957, the school has a long-standing history in the community and is well-known for its "Matadors" mascot and school spirit. The campus serves a diverse student body and offers a comprehensive academic curriculum, including various Advanced Placement (AP) courses, career technical education programs, and extracurricular opportunities ranging from competitive athletics to fine arts and student leadership organizations.

As a cornerstone of its neighborhood, SANDIA HIGH is focused on preparing students for post-secondary success through a blend of rigorous academics and community engagement. The school emphasizes a supportive environment where students are encouraged to pursue both intellectual growth and personal development. By leveraging its official digital presence and active alumni network, Sandia continues to maintain a strong sense of tradition while evolving to meet the modern educational needs of Albuquerque’s high school students.

For more information, contact SANDIA HIGH at (505) 880-3744 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

7801 CANDELARIA NE
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87110
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SANDIA HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in ALBUQUERQUE, NM with about 1,733 enrolled students. See other public high schools in New Mexico

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
ALBUQUERQUE
Total Students:
1,733
Teachers:
100.85
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 1,733 students

Hispanic/Latino
52.2%
White
33.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
4.3%
Asian
4.0%
Two or more races
4.0%
Black or African American
2.4%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%

Female
49.5%
Male
50.5%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.