Serving 285 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Aspen Community School 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 12% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: ASPEN COMMUNITY MAGNET SCHOOL serves the northern part of Santa Fe, NM, covering an area of approximately 16.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 7.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Aspen Community School's student population of 285 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
285 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
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School Rankings
Aspen Community School 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 Aspen Community School is 0.27, 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
#579 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
24%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
American Indian
3%
11%
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Asian
1%
1%
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Hispanic
85%
63%
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Black
1%
2%
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White
10%
19%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)62.5%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
85%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aspen Community School's ranking?
Aspen Community School is ranked #579 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?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Aspen Community School?
285 students attend Aspen Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Aspen Community School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Aspen Community School?
Aspen Community School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Aspen Community School offer ?
Aspen Community School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Aspen Community School part of?
Aspen Community School is part of Santa Fe School District.
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