Native American Community Academy is a charter K-12 school in Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States. It opened in 2006.
Serving 428 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Native American Community 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 18% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 428 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Graduation Rate: 60-69% (Btm 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Native American Community Academy's student population of 428 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
428 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
School Rankings
Native American Community Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Native American Community Academy is 0.40, 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
#752 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
24%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
76%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
4%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
60-69%
76.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.6%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Native American Community Academy's ranking?
Native American Community Academy is ranked #752 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Native American Community Academy often compared to?
Native American Community Academyis often viewed alongside schools like La Academia De Esperanza 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 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Native American Community Academy?
The graduation rate of Native American Community Academy is 60-69%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 76.5%.
How many students attend Native American Community Academy?
428 students attend Native American Community Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Native American Community Academy students are American Indian, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Native American Community Academy?
Native American Community Academy has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Native American Community Academy offer ?
Native American Community Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Native American Community Academy part of?
Native American Community Academy is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Native American Community Academy located?
Native American Community Academy is located in the University West neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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