Serving 402 students in grades Kindergarten-8, New Mexico International School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 402 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49%
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
New Mexico International School's student population of 402 students has grown by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 80% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
402 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of New Mexico International School is 0.57, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)45-49%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)45-49%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
51%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
42%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are New Mexico International School often compared to?
New Mexico International Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Corrales International by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% NM state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% NM state average).
How many students attend New Mexico International School?
402 students attend New Mexico International School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of New Mexico International School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Mexico International School?
New Mexico International School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does New Mexico International School offer ?
New Mexico International School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is New Mexico International School part of?
New Mexico International School is part of Albuquerque Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is New Mexico International School located?
New Mexico International School is located in the Vineyard Estates neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 2 other public schools located in Vineyard Estates.
School Reviews
5 4/12/2024
Everyone is very welcoming and the parents/guardians are very involved. My child loves all the events there and classes. I am very happy that this school is very multi cultural and has unique school culture. I truly appreciate that we got in.
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