Serving 274 students in grades 5-12, Taos Academy ranks in the top 30% 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 25-29% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher 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 70% 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: 5-12
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Taos Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Taos Academy's student population of 274 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
Total Students
274 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Taos Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Taos Academy is 0.50, 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
#177 out of 810 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
3%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
64%
62%
Black
2%
2%
White
30%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥80%
66%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
75%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Taos Academy's ranking?
Taos Academy is ranked #177 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Taos Academy often compared to?
Taos Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Taos High School, Anansi Charter School, Taos Municipal Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Taos Academy?
The graduation rate of Taos Academy is 80%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Taos Academy?
274 students attend Taos Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Taos Academy students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Taos Academy?
Taos Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Taos Academy offer ?
Taos Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-12
What school district is Taos Academy part of?
Taos Academy is part of Taos Academy School District.
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