Serving 222 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Altura Preparatory School 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 70-74% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% 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-5
- Enrollment: 222 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Altura Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Altura Preparatory School's student population of 222 students has grown by 263% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 200% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
222 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Altura Preparatory School 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 Altura Preparatory School 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
#3 out of 810 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
3%
12%
Asian
21%
1%
Hispanic
33%
62%
Black
4%
2%
White
38%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
75%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Altura Preparatory School's ranking?
Altura Preparatory School is ranked #3 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?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Altura Preparatory School?
222 students attend Altura Preparatory School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Altura Preparatory School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Altura Preparatory School?
Altura Preparatory School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Altura Preparatory School offer ?
Altura Preparatory School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Altura Preparatory School part of?
Altura Preparatory School is part of Altura Preparatory School District.
In what neighborhood is Altura Preparatory School located?
Altura Preparatory School is located in the Vineyard Estates neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 2 other public schools located in Vineyard Estates.
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