Below Average
#686 of 864 schools in NM
Ace Leadership High School
High School · ALBUQUERQUE
1240 BELLAMAH AVE. NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104
Enrollment
253
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
4.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
253
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
4.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#686 of 864
In Albuquerque
#135 of 190
public schools
In district
#117 of 169
ALBUQUERQUE
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Ace Leadership High School
Ace Leadership High School is a public high school in Albuquerque, NM, part of ALBUQUERQUE. Ace Leadership High School serves approximately 253 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Ace Leadership High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #686 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Ace Leadership High School show 3% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 3% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 6.2
- NM avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Ace Leadership High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Ace Leadership High School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
85% of students at Ace Leadership High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Ace Leadership High School — Students at Ace Leadership High School score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from NM state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.
How Ace Leadership High School Compares
See how Ace Leadership High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1240 BELLAMAH AVE. NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ace Leadership High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. AMY BIEHL CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is TIERRA ADENTRO (rated 7.6/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SIEMBRA LEADERSHIP HIGH SCHOOL (rated 4.8/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Albuquerque, see our Albuquerque schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TIERRA ADENTRO Albuquerque | 0.2 mi | 7.6 |
| NATIVE AMERICAN COMMUNITY ACADEMY Albuquerque | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| ESCUELA DEL SOL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Albuquerque | 0.5 mi | 8.3 |
| SAN FELIPE DE NERI SCHOOL Albuquerque | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| MANZANO DAY SCHOOL Albuquerque | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| ABQ SIGN LANGUAGE ACADEMY Albuquerque | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| LEW WALLACE ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| WASHINGTON MIDDLE Albuquerque | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| ST MARY'S SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| COCHITI ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| SIEMBRA LEADERSHIP HIGH SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| DURANES ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| AMY BIEHL CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| REGINALD CHAVEZ ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.1 mi | 2.8 |
| GORDON BERNELL CHARTER Albuquerque | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| GARFIELD MIDDLE Albuquerque | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| CORONADO ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| ABQ CHARTER ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| DOLORES GONZALES ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
| LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87104 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,714
Median Home Value
$300,000
Median Rent
$1,022/mo
Population
13,369
College Educated
47.7%
Homeownership
65.9%
Avg Commute
18.4 min
Poverty Rate
13%
Median Age
40.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ABQ CHARTER ACADEMY Albuquerque, NM | 4.8 |
| HEALTH LEADERSHIP HIGH SCHOOL Albuquerque, NM | 4.8 |
| NEWCOMB HIGH Newcomb, NM | 4.8 |
| DULCE HIGH Dulce, NM | 5.1 |
| LAGUNA-ACOMA HIGH Grants, NM | 5.1 |
| GILBERT L SENA CHARTER HS Albuquerque, NM | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ace Leadership High School
What grades does Ace Leadership High School serve?
Ace Leadership High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Ace Leadership High School?
Ace Leadership High School has an enrollment of approximately 253 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ace Leadership High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ace Leadership High School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ace Leadership High School rank in NM?
Ace Leadership High School ranks #686 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Ace Leadership High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ace Leadership High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Ace Leadership High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ace Leadership High School has 3% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 3% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).
Is Ace Leadership High School a charter school?
Yes, Ace Leadership High School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Ace Leadership High School a Title I school?
No, Ace Leadership High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ace Leadership High School?
100.4% of students at Ace Leadership High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 253
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bernalillo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 85.0%
- Phone
- (505) 242-4733
- 4-Year Graduation
- 42.0%
Resources & Links
District
ALBUQUERQUE- District Enrollment
- 76,756
- Schools in District
- 174
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,108
- District Rank
- #117 of 169
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