Serving 119 students in grades 9-12, Albuquerque Talent Development Charter 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 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 119 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 62% (Btm 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Albuquerque Talent Development Charter's student population of 119 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
119 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Year Founded
2007
School Calendar
School Rankings
Albuquerque Talent Development Charter ranks within the bottom 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Albuquerque Talent Development Charter is 0.15, 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
#557 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
92%
63%
Black
2%
2%
White
3%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)62%
66%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)75.6%
43.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Albuquerque Talent Development Charter's ranking?
Albuquerque Talent Development Charter is ranked #557 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Albuquerque Talent Development Charter?
The graduation rate of Albuquerque Talent Development Charter is 62%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Albuquerque Talent Development Charter?
119 students attend Albuquerque Talent Development Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Albuquerque Talent Development Charter students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Albuquerque Talent Development Charter?
Albuquerque Talent Development Charter has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Albuquerque Talent Development Charter offer ?
Albuquerque Talent Development Charter offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Albuquerque Talent Development Charter part of?
Albuquerque Talent Development Charter is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Albuquerque Talent Development Charter located?
Albuquerque Talent Development Charter is located in the West Bluff neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 1 other public schools located in West Bluff.
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