Serving 451 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Alice King Community School 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 30% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% 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: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alice King Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Alice King Community School's student population of 451 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
451 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alice King Community School 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 Alice King Community School is 0.57, 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
#169 out of 810 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
3%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
55%
62%
Black
2%
2%
White
36%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
75%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alice King Community School's ranking?
Alice King Community School is ranked #169 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Alice King Community School?
451 students attend Alice King Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Alice King Community School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alice King Community School?
Alice King Community School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Alice King Community School offer ?
Alice King Community School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Alice King Community School part of?
Alice King Community School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Alice King Community School located?
Alice King Community School is located in the Mesa Del Norte Heights neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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