The grade is calculated using many forms of testing and includes graduation rates.

[citation needed] LCHS competes in 18 NMAA sport-activity events.

[citation needed] Former Bears include Olympians Lance Ringnald (88) and Nate DiPalma (93).

Collegiate All-Americans include Amy Warner (01), Kristen Graczyk (02), Jamie MacArthur (04), Randy Wells (07), Richie Hansen (95), Jennifer Hommert (95), Anna Tuttle (95), Doug Zembiec (91), Jeff Rowland (02), Lauren Goldfarb (09).

[citation needed] Atrisco Heritage Academy HS, Kirtland Air Force Base, and National Museum of Nuclear Science & History are adjacent to but outside of the city limits.Rio Grande HS and Sandia Peak Tramway are near but not in the city limits.