Serving 565 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Estancia Valley Classical Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 565 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Estancia Valley Classical Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Estancia Valley Classical Academy's student population of 565 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
565 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
2011
School Motto
Veritas Virtusque Rempublicam Sustinent
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Estancia Valley Classical 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 Estancia Valley Classical Academy is 0.59, 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
#109 out of 796 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
37%
63%
Black
n/a
2%
White
52%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)70-79%
66%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.6%
43.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: The Minuteman
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Estancia Valley Classical Academy's ranking?
Estancia Valley Classical Academy is ranked #109 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Estancia Valley Classical Academy often compared to?
Estancia Valley Classical Academyis often viewed alongside schools like South Mountain Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Estancia Valley Classical Academy?
The graduation rate of Estancia Valley Classical Academy is 70-79%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Estancia Valley Classical Academy?
565 students attend Estancia Valley Classical Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Estancia Valley Classical Academy students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Estancia Valley Classical Academy?
Estancia Valley Classical Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Estancia Valley Classical Academy offer ?
Estancia Valley Classical Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Estancia Valley Classical Academy part of?
Estancia Valley Classical Academy is part of Estancia Valley Classical Academy School District.
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