School Overview
West Mesa High School, located in the southwest area of Albuquerque, New Mexico, serves as a central educational hub for the local community under the Albuquerque Public Schools district. Known for its mascot, the Mustang, the school focuses on providing a comprehensive secondary education that balances academic rigor with extracurricular engagement. The school’s mission emphasizes preparing students for life beyond high school, whether they are pursuing higher education, vocational training, or entering the workforce, by offering a variety of core curriculum subjects alongside elective programs.

Beyond the classroom, West Mesa High plays a significant role in the community by fostering school spirit through a robust athletics program and various student-led organizations. The school's official website, westmesamustangs.com, serves as a primary resource for students, parents, and community members, offering information on school policies, academic calendars, athletic schedules, and upcoming events. With its long-standing presence in the Albuquerque area, West Mesa continues to strive toward creating an inclusive and supportive environment aimed at student success and civic responsibility.
1,799
Total Students
116.1
Full-Time Teachers
15.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
84.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for WEST MESA HIGH
Demographic Student Count
White89
Hispanic1,510
Black37
Asian11
Two or More38
American Indian112
Pacific Islander2
  • Hispanic
    1,510 (83.9 %)
  • American Indian
    112 (6.2 %)
  • White
    89 (4.9 %)
  • Two or More
    38 (2.1 %)
  • Black
    37 (2.1 %)
  • Asian
    11 (0.6 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: ALBUQUERQUE PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Phone: (505)831-6993
Website: http://westmesa.aps.edu
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,799
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 116.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 1,524
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 743
Grade 10 495
Grade 11 310
Grade 12 251

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for WEST MESA HIGH
Grade Student Count
Grade 9743
Grade 10495
Grade 11310
Grade 12251
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for WEST MESA HIGH
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female86948.3%
Male93051.7%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)