The Academy for Technology and the Classics is a charter school in Santa Fe County, New Mexico, United States, with a Santa Fe postal address.
Serving 396 students in grades 7-12, Academy For Technology & Classics ranks in the top 20% 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% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (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 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 5% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Academy For Technology & Classics ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Academy For Technology & Classics's student population of 396 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
396 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
2000
Colors
Red, Maroon, Gold
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Academy For Technology & Classics ranks within the top 20% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Academy For Technology & Classics is 0.50, 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
#90 out of 796 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
12%
Asian
5%
1%
Hispanic
65%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
28%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)92%
66%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Phoenix
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Academy For Technology & Classics's ranking?
Academy For Technology & Classics is ranked #90 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Academy For Technology & Classics often compared to?
Academy For Technology & Classicsis often viewed alongside schools like Mandela International Magnet (Mims), Monte Del Sol Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Academy For Technology & Classics?
The graduation rate of Academy For Technology & Classics is 92%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Academy For Technology & Classics?
396 students attend Academy For Technology & Classics.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Academy For Technology & Classics students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Academy For Technology & Classics?
Academy For Technology & Classics has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Academy For Technology & Classics offer ?
Academy For Technology & Classics offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Academy For Technology & Classics part of?
Academy For Technology & Classics is part of Santa Fe School District.
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