Serving 280 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Coyote Willow Family School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 280 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Coyote Willow Family School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Coyote Willow Family School's student population of 280 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
280 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Coyote Willow Family School ranks within the top 1% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Coyote Willow Family School is 0.58, 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
#7 out of 796 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
38%
63%
Black
1%
2%
White
53%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Coyote Willow Family School's ranking?
Coyote Willow Family School is ranked #7 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Coyote Willow Family School?
280 students attend Coyote Willow Family School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Coyote Willow Family School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Coyote Willow Family School?
Coyote Willow Family School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Coyote Willow Family School offer ?
Coyote Willow Family School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Coyote Willow Family School part of?
Coyote Willow Family School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Coyote Willow Family School located?
Coyote Willow Family School is located in the Paradise Hills Civic neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 3 other public schools located in Paradise Hills Civic.
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