Serving 334 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, The International School At Mesa Del Sol 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 20-24% (which is approximately equal to the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to 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 77% 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: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 334 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: 54% (Btm 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
The International School At Mesa Del Sol's student population of 334 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
334 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The International School At Mesa Del Sol 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 The International School At Mesa Del Sol is 0.45, 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
#357 out of 810 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
3%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
71%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
23%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)54%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
75%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The International School At Mesa Del Sol's ranking?
The International School At Mesa Del Sol is ranked #357 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are The International School At Mesa Del Sol often compared to?
The International School At Mesa Del Solis often viewed alongside schools like Montessori Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of The International School At Mesa Del Sol?
The graduation rate of The International School At Mesa Del Sol is 54%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend The International School At Mesa Del Sol?
334 students attend The International School At Mesa Del Sol.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of The International School At Mesa Del Sol students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The International School At Mesa Del Sol?
The International School At Mesa Del Sol has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does The International School At Mesa Del Sol offer ?
The International School At Mesa Del Sol offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is The International School At Mesa Del Sol part of?
The International School At Mesa Del Sol is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is The International School At Mesa Del Sol located?
The International School At Mesa Del Sol is located in the Mesa del Sol neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
School Reviews
5 1/14/2014
My child has grown in the past few months in kindergarten. The teachers truly have a passion for the children and work long hours. I see the children at the various grade levels and I am amazed at how articulate and confident they are in their projects.
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