Serving 380 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, North Valley Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower 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 84% 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: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 380 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Valley Academy's student population of 380 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
380 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Valley Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Valley Academy is 0.35, 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
#394 out of 810 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
79%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
16%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
75%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Valley Academy's ranking?
North Valley Academy is ranked #394 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are North Valley Academy often compared to?
North Valley Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Horizon Academy West by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend North Valley Academy?
380 students attend North Valley Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of North Valley Academy students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Valley Academy?
North Valley Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Valley Academy offer ?
North Valley Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is North Valley Academy part of?
North Valley Academy is part of North Valley Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is North Valley Academy located?
North Valley Academy is located in the Alamedan Valley neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 5 other public schools located in Alamedan Valley.
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