Serving 612 students in grades 6-12, South Valley Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 58%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 612 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Top 20% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Valley Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
South Valley Academy's student population of 612 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
612 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Valley Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 217 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Valley Academy is 0.04, 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
#181 out of 217 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
58%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
98%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
2%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Valley Academy's ranking?
South Valley Academy is ranked #181 out of 217 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are South Valley Academy often compared to?
South Valley Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Explore Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% NM state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 58% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Valley Academy?
The graduation rate of South Valley Academy is 86%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend South Valley Academy?
612 students attend South Valley Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of South Valley Academy students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Valley Academy?
South Valley Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Valley Academy offer ?
South Valley Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is South Valley Academy part of?
South Valley Academy is part of Albuquerque Public Schools School District.
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