Serving 677 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Turquoise Trail Charter School 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 32% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% 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: 677 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Turquoise Trail Charter School's student population of 677 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
677 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Turquoise Trail Charter School 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 Turquoise Trail Charter School is 0.39, 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)
22%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
12%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
76%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
19%
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
30%
75%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
9%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Turquoise Trail Charter School's ranking?
Turquoise Trail Charter School is ranked #357 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Turquoise Trail Charter School often compared to?
Turquoise Trail Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wood-gormley Elementary School 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 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Turquoise Trail Charter School?
677 students attend Turquoise Trail Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Turquoise Trail Charter School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Turquoise Trail Charter School?
Turquoise Trail Charter School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Turquoise Trail Charter School offer ?
Turquoise Trail Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Turquoise Trail Charter School part of?
Turquoise Trail Charter School is part of Turquoise Trail Charter School District.
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