Serving 170 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Cottonwood Valley Charter ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% 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: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 170 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cottonwood Valley Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cottonwood Valley Charter's student population of 170 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
170 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Cottonwood Valley Charter ranks within the top 10% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cottonwood Valley Charter is 0.47, 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
#65 out of 796 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
70%
63%
Black
2%
2%
White
20%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cottonwood Valley Charter's ranking?
Cottonwood Valley Charter is ranked #65 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Cottonwood Valley Charter often compared to?
Cottonwood Valley Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Parkview Elementary School, Midway Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Cottonwood Valley Charter?
170 students attend Cottonwood Valley Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Cottonwood Valley Charter students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cottonwood Valley Charter?
Cottonwood Valley Charter has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cottonwood Valley Charter offer ?
Cottonwood Valley Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cottonwood Valley Charter part of?
Cottonwood Valley Charter is part of Socorro School District.
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