Serving 66 students in grades 6-8, La Academia Dolores Huerta 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 15-19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 66 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Academia Dolores Huerta ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
La Academia Dolores Huerta's student population of 66 students has declined by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
66 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
La Academia Dolores Huerta 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 La Academia Dolores Huerta is 0.06, which is less 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
#497 out of 810 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
97%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
3%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
75%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Academia Dolores Huerta's ranking?
La Academia Dolores Huerta is ranked #497 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are La Academia Dolores Huerta often compared to?
La Academia Dolores Huertais often viewed alongside schools like Lynn Middle School, Loma Linda Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend La Academia Dolores Huerta?
66 students attend La Academia Dolores Huerta.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of La Academia Dolores Huerta students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of La Academia Dolores Huerta?
La Academia Dolores Huerta has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does La Academia Dolores Huerta offer ?
La Academia Dolores Huerta offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is La Academia Dolores Huerta part of?
La Academia Dolores Huerta is part of La Academia Dolores Huerta School District.
School Reviews
Review La Academia Dolores Huerta. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Philadelphia Schools: Cheating Allegations
Teachers in Philadelphia are being accused of cheating, with two administrators being recently dismissed. We report on the scandal that is rocking the City of Brotherly Love and beyond.
Public School Jobs
Learn about public school jobs. Discover helpful resources for finding jobs in public schools.
Police Make Hundreds of Arrests at NYC Schools Last Year
We examine recently released statistics that show more than 880 NYC students were arrested at public schools last year. Were minority students targeted?
