Serving 111 students in grades 9-12, Freedom High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (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 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 111 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: 31% (Btm 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Freedom High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Freedom High School's student population of 111 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
111 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Motto
Respect, Responsibility, Resilience
School Rankings
Freedom High School 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 Freedom High School is 0.51, 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
#68 out of 796 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
7%
11%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
68%
63%
Black
4%
2%
White
15%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)31%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Freedom High School's ranking?
Freedom High School is ranked #68 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Freedom High School often compared to?
Freedom High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Futures High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Freedom High School?
The graduation rate of Freedom High School is 31%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Freedom High School?
111 students attend Freedom High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Freedom High School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 7% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Freedom High School?
Freedom High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Freedom High School offer ?
Freedom High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Freedom High School part of?
Freedom High School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Freedom High School located?
Freedom High School is located in the Quigley Park neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 2 other public schools located in Quigley Park.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This is a great school to attend if you are lacking a couple credits. Class size small, some teachers do not have the best teaching methods. Don't expect to form a tight relationship with your class mates, work is self paced and students tend to be quiet. There are no proms, sports etc. Miss out on typical high school events. Plus side, pick your own schedule, change teachers classes every 6 weeks, which is nice in case a teacher isn't working out for you
5 10/10/2025
a: Academic programs provide opportunities for 1 on 1 student/teacher time, as much time as needed to understand a concept. Courses are guided, but also allow for self-paced learning for those that wish to take advantage of this.
b. Classes are offered in a wide variety of subject areas, such as Eastern Philosophy, Film Appreciation, Sculpture, Work for Credit (mentoring for Habitat for Humanity). However, the music programs were cut for Albuquerque Public School systems many years back (at elementary and middle school levels), so there is not enough demand to offer music at this school.
c. I am currently not aware of academic or athletic awards, as this is a small school without organized sports teams, and caters to alternative students (homeless, gifted, mentally ill, parents, those who wish to return to school to graduate later in life, students who have been incarcerated, abuse victims, state wards, orphans, students that need to work and attend school, emancipated minors, etc.). These students are far too busy learning to be sidetracked by sports.
d.Freedom High School resides on a small campus, devided by three buildings, and student parking. Two buildings are dedicated to teaching and administration. The third, is a recently constructed Gym, allowing the students to participate in P.E. onsite. Students previously had to walk 1/2 mile to the YMCA to participate in P.E. This is a major source of joy for Freedom High School!
e. This school is an Alternative High School, and unfortunately, many of the parents' of the students are simply not interested in the education of their children, or are unavailable to participate in their education. However, Freedom High School assigns an advisor who meets with each student every week to assess how the student is performing, if there is anything that can be provided to the student to help them to excel, and to find out what is happening in the student's life. The advisors are teachers of the school (think of it like homeroom, but at a one-to-one basis), who genuinely care about the students, know about the students lives, and have come from situations of adversity themselves. They are really the only school I have attended in Albuquerque Public School system that adequately provided me with preparation for college and the work force. Without Freedom High School, many difficult students (for the teachers) would not have been able to graduate, and go on to excel in their lives! I am truly thankful for the teachers and staff at Freedom!
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