Serving 393 students in grades 1-8, 21st Century Public Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (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 13:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 1-8
- Enrollment: 393 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
21st Century Public Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
21st Century Public Academy's student population of 393 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-8
Total Students
393 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
21st Century Public Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of 21st Century Public Academy is 0.59, 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
#171 out of 810 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
3%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
49%
62%
Black
4%
2%
White
42%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
75%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 21st Century Public Academy's ranking?
21st Century Public Academy is ranked #171 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are 21st Century Public Academy often compared to?
21st Century Public Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Cottonwood Classical Prep, Explore Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% 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).
How many students attend 21st Century Public Academy?
393 students attend 21st Century Public Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of 21st Century Public Academy students are Hispanic, 42% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of 21st Century Public Academy?
21st Century Public Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does 21st Century Public Academy offer ?
21st Century Public Academy offers enrollment in grades 1-8
What school district is 21st Century Public Academy part of?
21st Century Public Academy is part of 21st Century Public Academy School District.
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