Serving 312 students in grades 6-12, Albuquerque Aviation Academy 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 35-39% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 312 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 5% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Albuquerque Aviation Academy 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
Albuquerque Aviation Academy's student population of 312 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
312 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2012
School Calendar
Average Class Size
22 students
School Rankings
Albuquerque Aviation Academy 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 Albuquerque Aviation Academy 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
#107 out of 796 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
58%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
25%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
15%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
76.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.5%
43.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Albuquerque Aviation Academy's ranking?
Albuquerque Aviation Academy is ranked #107 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Albuquerque Aviation Academy often compared to?
Albuquerque Aviation Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Northpoint Charter School, Albuquerque Institute Of Math & Science by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Albuquerque Aviation Academy?
The graduation rate of Albuquerque Aviation Academy is 90%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 76.5%.
How many students attend Albuquerque Aviation Academy?
312 students attend Albuquerque Aviation Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Albuquerque Aviation Academy students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Albuquerque Aviation Academy?
Albuquerque Aviation Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Albuquerque Aviation Academy offer ?
Albuquerque Aviation Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Albuquerque Aviation Academy part of?
Albuquerque Aviation Academy is part of Albuquerque Aviation Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Albuquerque Aviation Academy located?
Albuquerque Aviation Academy is located in the Double Eagle neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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