Amistad Charter serves 26 students in grades Prekindergarten-8.
Minority enrollment was 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
26 students
Total Classroom Teachers (06-07)
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
35%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
65%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
75%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (04-05)
13%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Amistad Charter?
26 students attend Amistad Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Amistad Charter students are White, and 35% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Amistad Charter offer ?
Amistad Charter offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Amistad Charter part of?
Amistad Charter is part of Clayton Municipal Schools School District.
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