Serving 342 students in grades 6-12, Albuquerque Institute Of Math & Science ranks in the top 1% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 89% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% 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: 6-12
- Enrollment: 342 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 10% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Albuquerque Institute Of Math & Science ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Albuquerque Institute Of Math & Science's student population of 342 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
342 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Albuquerque Institute Of Math & Science ranks within the top 1% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Albuquerque Institute Of Math & Science is 0.67, 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
#1 out of 810 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
4%
12%
Asian
19%
1%
Hispanic
48%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
26%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥90%
66%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
75%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Albuquerque Institute Of Math & Science's ranking?
Albuquerque Institute Of Math & Science is ranked #1 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Albuquerque Institute Of Math & Science?
The graduation rate of Albuquerque Institute Of Math & Science is 90%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Albuquerque Institute Of Math & Science?
342 students attend Albuquerque Institute Of Math & Science.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Albuquerque Institute Of Math & Science students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 4% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Albuquerque Institute Of Math & Science?
Albuquerque Institute Of Math & Science has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Albuquerque Institute Of Math & Science offer ?
Albuquerque Institute Of Math & Science offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Albuquerque Institute Of Math & Science part of?
Albuquerque Institute Of Math & Science is part of Albuquerque Institute Of Math & Science School District.
In what neighborhood is Albuquerque Institute Of Math & Science located?
Albuquerque Institute Of Math & Science is located in the Clayton Heights Lomas Del Cielo neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 1 other public schools located in Clayton Heights Lomas Del Cielo.
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