For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public charter schools serving 2,340 students in 87121, NM.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 87121, NM are Albuquerque Aviation Academy, Mission Achievement And Success 2.0 and Mark Armijo Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 87121 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the New Mexico public charter school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 43% statewide average). Charter schools in 87121, NM have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public charter school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87121, NM Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Albuquerque Aviation Academy
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4100 Aerospace Pkwy Bw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 296-7677
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 296-7677
Gr: 6-12 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #22.
Mission Achievement And Success 2.0
Charter School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1255 Old Coors Rd Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 242-3118
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 242-3118
Gr: PK-10 | 1,040 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Mark Armijo Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6800 Gonzales Rd Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 873-7758
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 873-7758
Gr: 9-12 | 233 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
La Academia De Esperanza
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1401 Old Coors Rd Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 764-5500
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 764-5500
Gr: 6-12 | 238 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Robert F. Kennedy Charter
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4300 Blake Rd Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 243-1118
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 243-1118
Gr: 6-12 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
Rio Grande Academy Of Fine Arts
Charter School
1401 Old Coors Rd Sw
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 681-3536
Albuquerque, NM 87121
(505) 681-3536
Gr: K-8 | 203 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 87121, NM?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 87121, NM include Albuquerque Aviation Academy, Mission Achievement And Success 2.0 and Mark Armijo Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 87121?
6 public charter schools are located in 87121.
What is the racial composition of students in 87121?
87121 public charter schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public charter schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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