Serving 432 students in grades Kindergarten-8, New Mexico International 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 52% (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 14:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% 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: 432 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 10%)
- 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
New Mexico International 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
New Mexico International School's student population of 432 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
432 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
2011
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Mexico International 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 New Mexico International School is 0.57, 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
#45 out of 796 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
4%
11%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
38%
63%
Black
1%
2%
White
54%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Mexico International School's ranking?
New Mexico International School is ranked #45 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are New Mexico International School often compared to?
New Mexico International Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Corrales International by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% 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 New Mexico International School?
432 students attend New Mexico International School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of New Mexico International School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Mexico International School?
New Mexico International School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does New Mexico International School offer ?
New Mexico International School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Mexico International School part of?
New Mexico International School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is New Mexico International School located?
New Mexico International School is located in the Vineyard Estates neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 2 other public schools located in Vineyard Estates.
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