Serving 201 students in grades 6-12, Aldo Leopold Charter ranks in the top 20% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 201 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aldo Leopold Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Aldo Leopold Charter's student population of 201 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
201 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar
School Motto
THINK OUTSIDE THE DESK
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Aldo Leopold Charter ranks within the top 20% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aldo Leopold Charter is 0.59, which is more 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
#137 out of 796 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
38%
63%
Black
1%
2%
White
51%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥80%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aldo Leopold Charter's ranking?
Aldo Leopold Charter is ranked #137 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico.
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 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Aldo Leopold Charter?
The graduation rate of Aldo Leopold Charter is 80%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Aldo Leopold Charter?
201 students attend Aldo Leopold Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Aldo Leopold Charter students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Aldo Leopold Charter?
Aldo Leopold Charter has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Aldo Leopold Charter offer ?
Aldo Leopold Charter offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Aldo Leopold Charter part of?
Aldo Leopold Charter is part of Aldo Leopold Charter School District.
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