Serving 276 students in grades 7-8, Spartan Learning 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 10% (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 11:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 276 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bernalillo Middle serves the southern part of Bernalillo, NM, covering an area of approximately 220.5 square miles. Families typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 18.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Spartan Learning Academy's student population of 276 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
276 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Spartan Learning 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 Spartan Learning Academy is 0.53, 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
#699 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
32%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
61%
63%
Black
n/a
2%
White
2%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (05-06)
18%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spartan Learning Academy's ranking?
Spartan Learning Academy is ranked #699 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% 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).
How many students attend Spartan Learning Academy?
276 students attend Spartan Learning Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Spartan Learning Academy students are Hispanic, 32% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spartan Learning Academy?
Spartan Learning Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Spartan Learning Academy offer ?
Spartan Learning Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Spartan Learning Academy part of?
Spartan Learning Academy is part of Bernalillo School District.
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