Serving 196 students in grades 6-12, Aldo Leopold Charter ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 196 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aldo Leopold Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Aldo Leopold Charter's student population of 196 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
196 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 6, 2026
School Motto
THINK OUTSIDE THE DESK
School Rankings
Aldo Leopold Charter 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 Aldo Leopold Charter is 0.52, 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
#137 out of 796 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
38%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
58%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥80%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aldo Leopold Charter's ranking?
Aldo Leopold Charter is ranked #137 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Aldo Leopold Charter often compared to?
Aldo Leopold Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Silver High School, Cobre High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Aldo Leopold Charter?
The graduation rate of Aldo Leopold Charter is 80%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Aldo Leopold Charter?
196 students attend Aldo Leopold Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Aldo Leopold Charter students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Aldo Leopold Charter?
Aldo Leopold Charter has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Aldo Leopold Charter offer ?
Aldo Leopold Charter offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Aldo Leopold Charter part of?
Aldo Leopold Charter is part of Aldo Leopold Charter School District.
School Reviews
5 9/22/2023
Being a firm believer that the job of a school is education and not indoctrination makes me rate this school extremely high. The school strives for the development of healthy and well-rounded individuals with an independent approach to problems that involve critical thinking. These kids are properly socialized in their day-to-day approach to working with each other and in teams. What Aldo is able to do is nothing short of amazing!
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