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#314 of 864 schools in NM
Top 36% in state
Christine Duncan Heritage Academy
Elementary School · ALBUQUERQUE
1900 ATRISCO DR. NW, Albuquerque, NM 87120
Enrollment
431
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
431
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#314 of 864
In Albuquerque
#62 of 190
public schools
In district
#49 of 169
ALBUQUERQUE
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Christine Duncan Heritage Academy
Christine Duncan Heritage Academy is a public elementary school in Albuquerque, NM, part of ALBUQUERQUE. Christine Duncan Heritage Academy serves approximately 431 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Christine Duncan Heritage Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #314 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Christine Duncan Heritage Academy show 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Christine Duncan Heritage Academy 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.
Christine Duncan Heritage Academy 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.
39% of students at Christine Duncan Heritage Academy 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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Christine Duncan Heritage Academy — Students at Christine Duncan Heritage Academy score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 23 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: 8.9/10.
How Christine Duncan Heritage Academy Compares
See how Christine Duncan Heritage Academy 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
1900 ATRISCO DR. NW, Albuquerque, NM 87120
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Christine Duncan Heritage Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MONTESSORI OF THE RIO GRANDE (rated 9.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ALBUQUERQUE BILINGUAL ACADEMY (rated 8.7/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HORIZON ACADEMY WEST (rated 7.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Albuquerque, see our Albuquerque schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ALBUQUERQUE TALENT DEVELOPMENT CHARTER Albuquerque | 0.1 mi | 5.8 |
| CRESTVIEW SDA ACADEMY Albuquerque | 0.5 mi | 3.8 |
| JOHN ADAMS MIDDLE Albuquerque | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| MONTESSORI OF THE RIO GRANDE Albuquerque | 1.0 mi | 9.1 |
| SUSIE RAYOS MARMON ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| LAVALAND ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| WEST MESA HIGH Albuquerque | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| ST PIUS X HIGH SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| REGINALD CHAVEZ ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.4 mi | 2.8 |
| HORIZON ACADEMY WEST Albuquerque | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| ALBUQUERQUE BILINGUAL ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.4 mi | 8.7 |
| DURANES ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.5 mi | 4.4 |
| CHAPARRAL ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.8 mi | 4.7 |
| SAN FELIPE DE NERI SCHOOL Albuquerque | 2.0 mi | 5.8 |
| LEGACY ACADEMY Albuquerque | 2.3 mi | 5.8 |
| COCHITI ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 2.0 mi | 3.9 |
| TIERRA ADENTRO Albuquerque | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
| VALLE VISTA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 2.4 mi | 3.9 |
| MIGHTY B ACADEMY Albuquerque | 2.2 mi | 4.4 |
| BOSQUE SCHOOL Albuquerque | 2.5 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87120 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,887
Median Home Value
$276,900
Median Rent
$1,404/mo
Population
65,477
College Educated
38.9%
Homeownership
79.5%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
11.7%
Median Age
39.8
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| ANNUNCIATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Albuquerque, NM | 6.7 |
| CORRALES ELEMENTARY Corrales, NM | 6.7 |
| GRAND HEIGHTS EARLY CHILDHOOD Artesia, NM | 6.7 |
| HERMOSA ELEMENTARY Artesia, NM | 6.7 |
| LOS NINOS ELEMENTARY Las Vegas, NM | 6.7 |
| MCKINLEY ELEMENTARY Farmington, NM | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Christine Duncan Heritage Academy
What grades does Christine Duncan Heritage Academy serve?
Christine Duncan Heritage Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Christine Duncan Heritage Academy?
Christine Duncan Heritage Academy has an enrollment of approximately 431 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Christine Duncan Heritage Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Christine Duncan Heritage Academy 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 Christine Duncan Heritage Academy rank in NM?
Christine Duncan Heritage Academy ranks #314 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Christine Duncan Heritage Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Christine Duncan Heritage Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Christine Duncan Heritage Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Christine Duncan Heritage Academy has 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Christine Duncan Heritage Academy a charter school?
Yes, Christine Duncan Heritage Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Christine Duncan Heritage Academy a Title I school?
No, Christine Duncan Heritage Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Christine Duncan Heritage Academy?
78.2% of students at Christine Duncan Heritage Academy 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
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 431
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bernalillo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.2%
- Phone
- (505) 839-4971
Resources & Links
District
ALBUQUERQUE- District Enrollment
- 76,756
- Schools in District
- 174
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,108
- District Rank
- #49 of 169
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