Serving 201 students in grades 9-12, Las Montanas Charter ranks in the top 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 ≤20% (which is lower 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 13:1 is equal to the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 201 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 30-39% (Btm 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Las Montanas Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Las Montanas Charter's student population of 201 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
201 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Las Montanas Charter ranks within the top 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Las Montanas Charter is 0.26, 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
#253 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
86%
63%
Black
5%
2%
White
6%
19%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)30-39%
66%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.3%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Las Montanas Charter's ranking?
Las Montanas Charter is ranked #253 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% 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 Las Montanas Charter?
The graduation rate of Las Montanas Charter is 30-39%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Las Montanas Charter?
201 students attend Las Montanas Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Las Montanas Charter students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Las Montanas Charter?
Las Montanas Charter has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Las Montanas Charter offer ?
Las Montanas Charter offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Las Montanas Charter part of?
Las Montanas Charter is part of Las Montanas Charter School District.
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