Serving 180 students in grades 9-12, Gordon Bernell Charter ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 180 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: 4% (Btm 50% in NM)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gordon Bernell Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Gordon Bernell Charter's student population of 180 students has declined by 57% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
180 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Transforming Lives From the Inside Out
School Rankings
The diversity score of Gordon Bernell 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)11-19%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
16%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
67%
62%
Black
2%
2%
White
11%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)4%
66%
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% NM state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gordon Bernell Charter?
The graduation rate of Gordon Bernell Charter is 4%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Gordon Bernell Charter?
180 students attend Gordon Bernell Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Gordon Bernell Charter students are Hispanic, 16% of students are American Indian, 11% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gordon Bernell Charter?
Gordon Bernell Charter has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gordon Bernell Charter offer ?
Gordon Bernell Charter offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gordon Bernell Charter part of?
Gordon Bernell Charter is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Gordon Bernell Charter located?
Gordon Bernell Charter is located in the Near North Valley neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 2 other public schools located in Near North Valley.
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