Albuquerque Bilingual Academy

7500 La Morada Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87120
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 379 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Albuquerque Bilingual Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 379 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 97%
  • : Top 50% in NM
  • : 22% (Top 50%)
  • : 29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education

School Overview

Albuquerque Bilingual Academy's student population of 379 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
379 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
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School Rankings

Albuquerque Bilingual Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Albuquerque Bilingual Academy is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NM)
#397 out of 810 schools
(Top 50%)
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22%
24%
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29%
34%
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45-49%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
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American Indian
n/a
12%
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Asian
n/a
1%
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Hispanic
97%
62%
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Black
n/a
2%
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White
3%
21%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
2%
All Ethnic Groups
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0.06
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
75%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
8%
6%
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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Albuquerque Bilingual Academy's ranking?
Albuquerque Bilingual Academy is ranked #397 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Albuquerque Bilingual Academy?
379 students attend Albuquerque Bilingual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Albuquerque Bilingual Academy students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Albuquerque Bilingual Academy?
Albuquerque Bilingual Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Albuquerque Bilingual Academy offer ?
Albuquerque Bilingual Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Albuquerque Bilingual Academy part of?
Albuquerque Bilingual Academy is part of Albuquerque Bilingual Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Albuquerque Bilingual Academy located?
Albuquerque Bilingual Academy is located in the Ladera West neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 1 other public schools located in Ladera West.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 379 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 97%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 22% (Top 50%)
  • : 29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education

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