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Charlie Y. Brown Alt

High School · BLOOMFIELD

924 S. BLOOMFIELD BLVD, Bloomfield, NM 87413

Enrollment

85

Student-Teacher

17:1

Score

5.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Mexico schools

#622 of 864

In Bloomfield

#5 of 7

public schools

In district

#5 of 7

BLOOMFIELD

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Charlie Y. Brown Alt

5.3/10

High School in Bloomfield · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Charlie Y. Brown Alt

Charlie Y. Brown Alt is a public high school in Bloomfield, NM, part of BLOOMFIELD. Charlie Y.

Brown Alt serves approximately 85 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Charlie Y. Brown Alt has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #622 of 864 schools in NM.

Structured state assessment records for Charlie Y. Brown Alt show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 5.4
  • NM avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 85 students, Charlie Y. Brown Alt 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.

Test scores at Charlie Y. Brown Alt 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.

53% of students at Charlie Y. Brown Alt 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.5Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.85 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.0Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency5% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)22% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-16.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile4th
College Readiness8.3Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate71%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.4Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,195
Chronic Absenteeism52.9%

Charlie Y. Brown Alt — Students at Charlie Y. Brown Alt score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 9.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 13.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 23 test records from NM state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
10%
ELA
30%
2010
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2011
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2012
Math
10%
ELA
15%
2013
Math
15%
ELA
24.5%
2014
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2015
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2016
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2017
Math
2.5%
2018
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2019
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2022
Math
5%
ELA
5%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.5/10.

How Charlie Y. Brown Alt Compares

See how Charlie Y. Brown Alt performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
28th percentile in NM
Academic
2.0/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Advanced STEM
1/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
5 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
52.9%

Programs & Offerings

Advanced STEM Courses1 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

924 S. BLOOMFIELD BLVD, Bloomfield, NM 87413

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Charlie Y. Brown Alt may also want to explore other high schools in the area. VISTA NUEVA HIGH (rated 6.1/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Aztec), which scores slightly higher. Another option is BLOOMFIELD HIGH (rated 5.6/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, AZTEC HIGH (rated 4.9/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Aztec), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Bloomfield, see our Bloomfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.6 mi
School Distance Rating
CENTRAL PRIMARY Bloomfield 0.8 mi 4.5
BLOOMFIELD HIGH Bloomfield 1.1 mi 5.6
BLOOMFIELD EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Bloomfield 1.1 mi 5.4
MESA ALTA JR HIGH Bloomfield 1.3 mi 5.1
NAABA ANI ELEMENTARY Bloomfield 1.9 mi 5.7
FARMINGTON MENNONITE SCHOOL Farmington 6.0 mi 4.0
MOSAIC ACADEMY CHARTER Aztec 7.7 mi 7.2
PARK AVENUE ELEMENTARY Aztec 8.0 mi 6.4
AZTEC HIGH Aztec 8.2 mi 4.9
VISTA NUEVA HIGH Aztec 8.2 mi 6.1
MCCOY AVENUE ELEMENTARY Aztec 8.9 mi 7.0
LYDIA RIPPEY ELEMENTARY Aztec 9.0 mi 7.6
C.V. KOOGLER MIDDLE Aztec 9.1 mi 5.5
BLANCO ELEMENTARY Blanco 8.5 mi 7.0
ESPERANZA ELEMENTARY Farmington 9.2 mi 6.5
MESA VIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL Farmington 9.3 mi 5.3
FARMINGTON PRESCHOOL ACADEMY EAST Farmington 9.8 mi 5.3
COUNTRY CLUB ELEMENTARY Farmington 10.0 mi 6.8
DISCOVER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Farmington 10.0 mi
ROCINANTE HIGH Farmington 10.6 mi 4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 87413 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,234

Median Home Value

$176,800

Median Rent

$898/mo

Population

14,966

College Educated

13.7%

Homeownership

73.9%

Avg Commute

24.1 min

Poverty Rate

21.9%

Median Age

32.2

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NEW HOPE ALTERNATIVE HIGH Lovington, NM 4.7
CLIFF HIGH Cliff, NM 5.9
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MORA HIGH Mora, NM 4.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Charlie Y. Brown Alt

What grades does Charlie Y. Brown Alt serve?

Charlie Y. Brown Alt serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Charlie Y. Brown Alt?

Charlie Y. Brown Alt has an enrollment of approximately 85 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Charlie Y. Brown Alt?

The student-teacher ratio at Charlie Y. Brown Alt is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Charlie Y. Brown Alt rank in NM?

Charlie Y. Brown Alt ranks #622 of 864 schools in NM.

What is Charlie Y. Brown Alt's MySchoolScout rating?

Charlie Y. Brown Alt has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Charlie Y. Brown Alt?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Charlie Y. Brown Alt has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Charlie Y. Brown Alt a charter school?

No, Charlie Y. Brown Alt is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Charlie Y. Brown Alt a Title I school?

No, Charlie Y. Brown Alt is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Charlie Y. Brown Alt?

100.0% of students at Charlie Y. Brown Alt 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
20 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
5 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
85
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers (FTE)
5
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
alternative
Setting
Fringe Town
County
San Juan County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
52.9%
4-Year Graduation
71.0%

District

BLOOMFIELD
District Enrollment
2,521
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,195
District Rank
#5 of 7

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