Serving 141 students in grades 6-8, South Valley Prep 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 10-14% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower 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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 141 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Valley Prep ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
South Valley Prep's student population of 141 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
141 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
South Valley Prep ranks within the bottom 50% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Valley Prep is 0.12, 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
#612 out of 810 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
94%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Total Sports Offered
7 sports
Sports
Basketball, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Soccer, Track, Track and Field, Volley Ball
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Notes
- South Valley Preparatory School is a state-authorized charter middle school that opened its doors on August 19, 2010. The journey to open South Valley Preparatory School began in 2008. With seven years of experience developing a successful middle school academy program at a local APS elementary school in the South Valley, the original founders Ms. C. Montez, Mrs. C. Trujillo, Mr. R. Zachary, Mrs. C. Couvillion, and Mrs. Y. Jaramillo Barnwell set out to provide Albuquerque`s South Valley with a quality educational choice at the middle school level.
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Valley Prep's ranking?
South Valley Prep is ranked #612 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are South Valley Prep often compared to?
South Valley Prepis often viewed alongside schools like Albuquerque Institute Of Math & Science by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend South Valley Prep?
141 students attend South Valley Prep.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of South Valley Prep students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Valley Prep?
South Valley Prep has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Valley Prep offer ?
South Valley Prep offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Valley Prep part of?
South Valley Prep is part of South Valley Prep School District.
In what neighborhood is South Valley Prep located?
South Valley Prep is located in the San Jose neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 1 other public schools located in San Jose.
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