Excellent
#87 of 864 schools in NM
Top 10% in state
Aldo Leopold Charter
High School · ALDO LEOPOLD CHARTER
410 W 10TH ST, Silver City, NM 88061
Enrollment
196
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
8.2
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
196
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
8.2
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#87 of 864
In Silver City
#1 of 8
public schools
School environment
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Aldo Leopold Charter
High School in Silver City · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Aldo Leopold Charter
Aldo Leopold Charter is a public high school in Silver City, NM, part of ALDO LEOPOLD CHARTER. Aldo Leopold Charter serves approximately 196 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Aldo Leopold Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #87 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Aldo Leopold Charter show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- NM avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 196 students, Aldo Leopold Charter is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Aldo Leopold Charter 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.
Score Breakdown
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Aldo Leopold Charter — Students at Aldo Leopold Charter score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
40.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 21 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: 8.4/10.
How Aldo Leopold Charter Compares
See how Aldo Leopold Charter 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
410 W 10TH ST, Silver City, NM 88061
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Aldo Leopold Charter may also want to explore other high schools in the area. COBRE HIGH (rated 6.5/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Bayard), a more accessible option. Another option is CLIFF HIGH (rated 5.9/10, 23.1 miles away, in nearby Cliff), a more accessible option. Additionally, LORDSBURG HIGH (rated 5.6/10, 38.8 miles away, in nearby Lordsburg), a more accessible option. For more schools in Silver City, see our Silver City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 39.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SIXTH STREET ELEMENTARY Silver City | 0.3 mi | 3.2 |
| JOSE BARRIOS ELEMENTARY Silver City | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| GUADALUPE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Silver City | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| G.W.STOUT ELEMENTARY Silver City | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| SILVER SCHOLARS ACADEMY Silver City | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| SILVER HIGH Silver City | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| HARRISON SCHMITT ELEMENTARY Silver City | 1.8 mi | 4.1 |
| LA PLATA MIDDLE Silver City | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Silver City | 2.4 mi | 6.5 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Santa Clara | 7.4 mi | 6.0 |
| COBRE HIGH Bayard | 8.1 mi | 6.5 |
| SNELL MIDDLE Bayard | 8.7 mi | 6.1 |
| BAYARD ELEMENTARY Bayard | 8.7 mi | 4.5 |
| HURLEY ELEMENTARY Hurley | 10.4 mi | 5.0 |
| SAN LORENZO ELEMENTARY San Lorenzo | 20.2 mi | 9.5 |
| CLIFF ELEMENTARY Cliff | 23.1 mi | 6.8 |
| CLIFF HIGH Cliff | 23.1 mi | 5.9 |
| R.V.TRAYLOR ELEMENTARY Lordsburg | 38.5 mi | 5.3 |
| LORDSBURG HIGH Lordsburg | 38.8 mi | 5.6 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Lordsburg | 39.3 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 88061 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,099
Median Home Value
$185,000
Median Rent
$841/mo
Population
17,546
College Educated
30.4%
Homeownership
70.6%
Avg Commute
16.7 min
Poverty Rate
18.2%
Median Age
49.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CARLSBAD EARLY COLLEGE HIGH Carlsbad, NM | 8.2 |
| ESTANCIA HIGH Estancia, NM | 8.2 |
| CLAYTON HIGH Clayton, NM | 8.1 |
| EARLY COLLEGE ACADEMY Albuquerque, NM | 8.4 |
| AMY BIEHL CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL Albuquerque, NM | 7.9 |
| THE ARMAND HAMMER UNITED WORLD COLLEGE Montezuma, NM | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Aldo Leopold Charter
What grades does Aldo Leopold Charter serve?
Aldo Leopold Charter serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Aldo Leopold Charter?
Aldo Leopold Charter has an enrollment of approximately 196 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Aldo Leopold Charter?
The student-teacher ratio at Aldo Leopold Charter is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Aldo Leopold Charter rank in NM?
Aldo Leopold Charter ranks #87 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Aldo Leopold Charter's MySchoolScout rating?
Aldo Leopold Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Aldo Leopold Charter?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Aldo Leopold Charter has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).
Is Aldo Leopold Charter a charter school?
Yes, Aldo Leopold Charter is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Aldo Leopold Charter a Title I school?
No, Aldo Leopold Charter is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Aldo Leopold Charter?
40.8% of students at Aldo Leopold Charter 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
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 196
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Grant County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.5%
- Phone
- (575) 538-2547
- 4-Year Graduation
- 80%+
Resources & Links
District
ALDO LEOPOLD CHARTER- District Enrollment
- 196
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,786
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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