Serving 320 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Janet Kahn Fine Arts Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% 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: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Janet Kahn Fine Arts Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Janet Kahn Fine Arts Academy's student population of 320 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
320 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Janet Kahn Fine Arts Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Janet Kahn Fine Arts Academy is 0.59, 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
#683 out of 810 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
12%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
60%
62%
Black
6%
2%
White
18%
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
100%
75%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (05-06)
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Janet Kahn Fine Arts Academy's ranking?
Janet Kahn Fine Arts Academy is ranked #683 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Janet Kahn Fine Arts Academy often compared to?
Janet Kahn Fine Arts Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Bellehaven Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Janet Kahn Fine Arts Academy?
320 students attend Janet Kahn Fine Arts Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Janet Kahn Fine Arts Academy students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 12% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Janet Kahn Fine Arts Academy?
Janet Kahn Fine Arts Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Janet Kahn Fine Arts Academy offer ?
Janet Kahn Fine Arts Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Janet Kahn Fine Arts Academy part of?
Janet Kahn Fine Arts Academy is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Janet Kahn Fine Arts Academy located?
Janet Kahn Fine Arts Academy is located in the North Easterns neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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