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Los Alamos Public Schools

Los Alamos High School

#1 in Best Public High Schools in Santa Fe Area
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 10-12
  • Los Alamos, NM
  • 214 reviews
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A
    2. Diversity
      B+
    3. Teachers
      B+
    4. College Prep
      A
    5. Clubs & Activities
      B+
    6. Health & Safety
      A-
    7. Administration
      B+
    8. Sports
      B
    9. Food
      C+
    10. Resources & Facilities
      B
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    Los Alamos High School is a top rated, public school located in Los Alamos, NM. It has 821 students in grades 10-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 15 to 1. According to state test scores, 39% of students are at least proficient in math and 67% in reading.
    Address
    1300 Diamond Dr
    Los Alamos, NM 87544
    Telephone
    (505) 663-2230
    Website
    laschools.net

    Los Alamos High School Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    67%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    39%
    Average Graduation Rate
    87%
    Average SAT
    1310
    161 responses
    Average ACT
    28
    145 responses
    AP Enrollment
    33%
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    Living in the Area
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      B-
    2. Good for Families
      A+
    3. Housing
      A+
    Median Household Income
    $101,399
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $989
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $291,800
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    A-
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    79%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.19 responses
    Poll
    74%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.19 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 35 responses
    Report
    • Homecoming
      34%
    • Pep rally
      20%
    • Prom
      14%
    • Homecoming Parade
      9%
    • Senior event (different each time)
      9%
    • All school hosted things were bad
      3%
    • Basketball state tournament
      3%

    Students

    Diversity
    B+
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    821
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    6%
    96%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.24 responses
    67%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.24 responses
    75%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.24 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    15:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $51,351
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    20.9%
    77%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.31 responses
    74%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.31 responses
    81%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.31 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    B+
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Very Low
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Very Low
    Expenses Per Student
    $13,935/ year
    National
    $12,239
    81%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.32 responses
    47%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.32 responses
    59%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.32 responses
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    Los Alamos High School Reviews

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    Thus far, my experience at Los Alamos High School has been very academics focused. The school is in a laboratory town, so everyone is focused on STEM centered jobs. Some might consider this a good thing, but many would agree with me that the school is to academics focused, and it takes a toll on many students mental health. The school also lacks diversity, which is not anyone's fault, but it can be difficult for students of color like me to feel comfortable, at home, and safe. Aside from these issues, there is a multitude of resources to prepare you for college and an incredible ballroom dance program-the only one in New Mexico.
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    Los Alamos High School may be ranked as one of the top public high schools in the nation, but it is only a good fit for a small number of over-achieving, self-motivated students. The high school is highly influenced by Los Alamos National Laboratories. Most students have at least one parent that works at the Lab, and the correlation between the two has led to a stressful, competitive outlook of both students and their parents. The pressure put on students, even if not directly by their own parents, is insane. To graduate with honors, students must have over a 4.0 cummulative GPA of a 4.0 scale. Straight A's mean nothing unless at least one of those A's is in an AP class. For students who are not meant for college, Los Alamos High School offers nothing. No manual skills like woodshop. Just advanced math and science classes.
    Challenging school but great academics and preparation for the future! The teachers are (for the most part) wonderful and engaging. I’ve definitely encountered a lot of stress overall, but I do feel fully prepared for college and the real world