Sandia High School

Sandia High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
7801 Candelaria Rd NE,  Albuquerque, NM
Albuquerque Public Schools
3.6
4.0
1,737 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Average SAT Score
1140
Average ACT Score
25
Math Proficiency
34%
Reading Proficiency
52%
Average GPA
3.53
Graduation Rate
78%
Annual Tuition
$0

Niche Grade

B+
Academics
A-
Teachers
B+
College Prep
C+
Administration
C+
Resources/Facilities
B+
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
C+
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.53
Reading Proficiency
52%
Math Proficiency
34%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
104
Full Time Teachers
104
Teachers in First or Second Year
6.9%
College Prep
Average SAT
1140
Math
560
Verbal
570
Average ACT
25
Math
24
English
25
Reading
26
Science
25
Number of AP Courses
20
AP Pass Rate
98.2%
AP Math Enrollment
Average
AP Science Enrollment
Average
Other AP Enrollment
Average
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
28%
State Average
25%
Science
47.6%
State Average
38%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
255:1

Student Diversity

Female
50.2%
Male
49.8%
Hispanic
55%
White
26.2%
Native American
6.4%
Two or more races
4.7%
Asian or Pacific Islander
4.3%
Black
3.5%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of New Mexico 580 Students
New Mexico State University 216 Students
Colorado State University 198 Students
Northern Arizona University 148 Students
Arizona State University 138 Students
University of Arizona 105 Students
Fort Lewis College 99 Students
Central New Mexico Community College 97 Students
University of Colorado Denver 93 Students
Texas Tech University 89 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology 93 Students
Biology 74 Students
Business 73 Students
Nursing 61 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 51 Students
Criminology 48 Students
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 46 Students
Political Science and Government 38 Students
Computer Science 36 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 36 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.6 304 Reviews
4.0 Parent
6/25/2025
Go choice of AP classes or IB program. Solid sports teams for hot and girls. Lots of diversity on campus. Approachable teacher and facility staff.
3.0 Senior
12/27/2024
Overall it's an alright school. Like normal, you can have very good teacher such as Miss P, who is a great math teacher. Or you can get a not so great teacher, really it's all about making the experience your own. And finding teacher you can connect with.
3.0 Senior
10/7/2024
I would like to see more in-depth instruction as that there needs to be in-depth instructions to everyone about programs and life after high school
GreatSchools Reviews
4.0 7 Reviews
5.0 other
10/24/2024
Sandia was a great school and I had a wonderful experience. I was class of 2022 and even during the pandemic the teachers did a great job, and it’s clear that they all cared about us.
5.0 student
3/24/2024
When I get up in the morning, I am excited to drive to school. Sandia offers numerous opportunities to its students: we have a broad range of extracurriculars, elective choices and advanced courses. Our teachers and administrators are responsive to our academic needs and my peers have demonstrated t...
1.0 parent
9/9/2022
My son's teacher was very rude and discriminating towards him. When we asked Camille for assistance in dealing with the matter she did nothing. Later my child got update yelled at his teacher and he got suspended. I feel we need to treat others the way we want to be treated. No support for families,...
5.0 other
8/23/2016
Sandia has been nothing but great for my children. Both my kids are small, and we were worried about bullying. What a relief to find out how nice the kids are at this school! They were welcoming and friendly. The teachers have been very good. Sometimes they get a little stuck in their ways, but over...

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Sandia High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Albuquerque, NM and is served by the Albuquerque Public Schools in New Mexico. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,737 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Academic records show that 34% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 52% are proficient in reading. Sandia High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.53, the graduation rate is 78%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1140 and an ACT score of 25. The average home value in this area is $360,445. Discover additional schools in the area, like New Future High School, Del Norte High School, Freedom High School, and more. Learn more about what Albuquerque has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Sandia High School.

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