Serving 1,005 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Abq School Of Excellence ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,005 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Top 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Abq School Of Excellence ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Abq School Of Excellence's student population of 1,005 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,005 students
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Year Founded
2015
School Motto
Excellence in education through teamwork, trust, and respect.
School Rankings
Abq School Of Excellence ranks within the top 20% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Abq School Of Excellence is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#100 out of 796 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
11%
Asian
6%
1%
Hispanic
43%
63%
Black
6%
2%
White
30%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)60-79%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Abq School Of Excellence's ranking?
Abq School Of Excellence is ranked #100 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Abq School Of Excellence?
The graduation rate of Abq School Of Excellence is 60-79%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Abq School Of Excellence?
1,005 students attend Abq School Of Excellence.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Abq School Of Excellence students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Abq School Of Excellence?
Abq School Of Excellence has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Abq School Of Excellence offer ?
Abq School Of Excellence offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Abq School Of Excellence part of?
Abq School Of Excellence is part of ABQ School Of Excellence School District.
In what neighborhood is Abq School Of Excellence located?
Abq School Of Excellence is located in the Panorama Heights neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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