Serving 431 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Christine Duncan Heritage Academy 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 7% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than 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 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 431 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Christine Duncan Heritage Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Christine Duncan Heritage Academy's student population of 431 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
431 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Christine Duncan Heritage Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Christine Duncan Heritage Academy is 0.08, 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
#788 out of 810 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
96%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
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 Christine Duncan Heritage Academy's ranking?
Christine Duncan Heritage Academy is ranked #788 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Christine Duncan Heritage Academy often compared to?
Christine Duncan Heritage Academyis often viewed alongside schools like El Camino Real Academy, Alice King Community School, Montessori Of The Rio Grande by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Christine Duncan Heritage Academy?
431 students attend Christine Duncan Heritage Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Christine Duncan Heritage Academy students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Christine Duncan Heritage Academy?
Christine Duncan Heritage Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Christine Duncan Heritage Academy offer ?
Christine Duncan Heritage Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Christine Duncan Heritage Academy part of?
Christine Duncan Heritage Academy is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Christine Duncan Heritage Academy located?
Christine Duncan Heritage Academy is located in the West Bluff neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 1 other public schools located in West Bluff.
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