Serving 125 students in grades 9-12, Albuquerque Talent Development Charter 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 125 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 62% (Btm 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Albuquerque Talent Development Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Albuquerque Talent Development Charter's student population of 125 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
125 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Albuquerque Talent Development Charter 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 Albuquerque Talent Development Charter is 0.17, 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
#559 out of 810 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
4%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
91%
62%
Black
2%
2%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)62%
66%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Albuquerque Talent Development Charter's ranking?
Albuquerque Talent Development Charter is ranked #559 out of 810 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Albuquerque Talent Development Charter?
The graduation rate of Albuquerque Talent Development Charter is 62%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Albuquerque Talent Development Charter?
125 students attend Albuquerque Talent Development Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Albuquerque Talent Development Charter students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Albuquerque Talent Development Charter?
Albuquerque Talent Development Charter has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Albuquerque Talent Development Charter offer ?
Albuquerque Talent Development Charter offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Albuquerque Talent Development Charter part of?
Albuquerque Talent Development Charter is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Albuquerque Talent Development Charter located?
Albuquerque Talent Development Charter is located in the West Bluff neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 1 other public schools located in West Bluff.
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