Serving 221 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Sandoval Academy of Bilingual Education ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower 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 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Special education school / Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 221 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29%
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sandoval Academy of Bilingual Education's student population of 221 students has grown by 53% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 150% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
221 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Sandoval Academy of Bilingual Education is 0.38, 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)25-29%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)20-24%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
78%
62%
Black
4%
2%
White
12%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
6 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Girl Scouts, Jujitsu, Razzle Dazzle Cheer & Dance
Arts and Music Programs:
Música, Physical Education
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Middle School Athletics
Girl Scouts, Jujitsu, Razzle Dazzle Cheer & Dance
Arts and Music Programs:
Música, Physical Education
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Middle School Athletics
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Notes
- We are a K-8 dual-language charter school that teaches Spanish and English academic proficiency through language immersion. Proficiency in a second language increases academic performance and opens the doors to greater opportunities.
- Our Mission at SABE is to enable students to maintain their native language, reconnect with their heritage language, or discover a new enriching language. Students will attain Spanish and English fluency and literacy through two-way immersion, which will expand their worldview and educational and career opportunities.
Profile last updated: 09/05/2023
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% NM state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% NM state average).
How many students attend Sandoval Academy of Bilingual Education?
221 students attend Sandoval Academy of Bilingual Education.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Sandoval Academy of Bilingual Education students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sandoval Academy of Bilingual Education?
Sandoval Academy of Bilingual Education has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sandoval Academy of Bilingual Education offer ?
Sandoval Academy of Bilingual Education offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Sandoval Academy of Bilingual Education part of?
Sandoval Academy of Bilingual Education is part of Sandoval Academy Of Bilingual Education School District.
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