ELDORADO HIGH

11300 MONTGOMERY BLVD NE
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87111

eldorado.aps.edu

1,579 Students

Other Pre-K - 12th

School Overview

Eldorado High School, located in the Northeast Heights of Albuquerque, New Mexico, is a prominent secondary institution within the Albuquerque Public Schools district. Known for its distinct "Eagles" mascot and school spirit, the school serves a large student population and offers a comprehensive academic curriculum. It is well-regarded for its wide array of extracurricular activities, ranging from competitive athletics and performing arts to various student-led clubs, which play a significant role in fostering campus culture and student engagement.

The school is deeply rooted in the local community, emphasizing both academic rigor and the development of well-rounded individuals. Its facilities and programs are designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether through college preparatory pathways or career-focused initiatives. By maintaining a balance between tradition and modern educational standards, Eldorado High remains a focal point for families in the Albuquerque area looking for an established and active high school environment.

1,579

Total Students

108.3

Full-Time Teachers

14.6

Student/Teacher Ratio

99.7%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for ELDORADO HIGH
Demographic	Student Count
White	586
Hispanic	716
Black	31
Asian	48
Two or More	115
American Indian	79
Pacific Islander	4

Hispanic
716 (45.3%)
White
586 (37.1%)
Two or More
115 (7.3%)
American Indian
79 (5.0%)
Asian
48 (3.0%)
Black
31 (2.0%)
Pacific Islander
4 (0.3%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Other
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	ALBUQUERQUE
Phone:	(505)296-4871
Website:	http://eldorado.aps.edu
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 12th
Total Students:	1,579
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	108.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.6
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	1,575
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 19

Grade 9 457

Grade 10 436

Grade 11 335

Grade 12 332