Serving 158 students in grades 9-12, Gilbert L Sena Charter High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 158 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: 38% (Btm 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gilbert L Sena Charter High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Gilbert L Sena Charter High School's student population of 158 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
158 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Gilbert L Sena Charter High School ranks within the top 10% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gilbert L Sena Charter High School is 0.51, 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
#71 out of 810 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
7%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
68%
62%
Black
4%
2%
White
15%
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)38%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
2%
6%
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 Gilbert L Sena Charter High School's ranking?
Gilbert L Sena Charter High School is ranked #71 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gilbert L Sena Charter High School?
The graduation rate of Gilbert L Sena Charter High School is 38%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Gilbert L Sena Charter High School?
158 students attend Gilbert L Sena Charter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Gilbert L Sena Charter High School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 7% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gilbert L Sena Charter High School?
Gilbert L Sena Charter High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gilbert L Sena Charter High School offer ?
Gilbert L Sena Charter High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gilbert L Sena Charter High School part of?
Gilbert L Sena Charter High School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Gilbert L Sena Charter High School located?
Gilbert L Sena Charter High School is located in the Princess Jeanne neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 3 other public schools located in Princess Jeanne.
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