Below Average
#761 of 864 schools in NM
Los Puentes Charter
High School · ALBUQUERQUE
4012 4TH ST. NW, Albuquerque, NM 87107
Enrollment
102
Student-Teacher
34:1
Score
4.4
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
102
Student-Teacher
34:1
Score
4.4
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#761 of 864
In Albuquerque
#163 of 190
public schools
In district
#144 of 169
ALBUQUERQUE
Academic growth
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Los Puentes Charter
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About Los Puentes Charter
Los Puentes Charter is a public high school in Albuquerque, NM, part of ALBUQUERQUE. Los Puentes Charter serves approximately 102 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 34:1 student-teacher ratio. Los Puentes Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #761 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Los Puentes Charter show 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 6.2
- NM avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 102 students, Los Puentes 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.
Test scores at Los Puentes Charter 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.
Los Puentes Charter runs 34:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Los Puentes Charter — Students at Los Puentes Charter score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.7%
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: 8.7/10.
How Los Puentes Charter Compares
See how Los Puentes 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
4012 4TH ST. NW, Albuquerque, NM 87107
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Los Puentes Charter may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ALBUQUERQUE HIGH (rated 7.6/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is TIERRA ADENTRO (rated 7.6/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DIGITAL ARTS AND TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Albuquerque, see our Albuquerque schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST THERESE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Albuquerque | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| GARFIELD MIDDLE Albuquerque | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| MOUNTAIN MAHOGANY COMMUNITY SCHOOL Albuquerque | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| CONTINUATION SCHOOL Albuquerque | 0.7 mi | — |
| GORDON BERNELL CHARTER Albuquerque | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| FOOTHILL HIGH SCHOOL Albuquerque | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| MACARTHUR ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| DIGITAL ARTS AND TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| SEQUOYAH Albuquerque | 1.0 mi | — |
| VALLEY HIGH Albuquerque | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| GRIEGOS ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| NATIVE AMERICAN COMMUNITY ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| COCHITI ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.3 mi | 3.9 |
| MONTESSORI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| MIGHTY B ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.5 mi | 4.4 |
| ALVARADO ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 2.0 mi | 8.0 |
| ALBUQUERQUE HIGH Albuquerque | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
| ACE LEADERSHIP HIGH SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.9 mi | 4.9 |
| TAFT MIDDLE Albuquerque | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
| TIERRA ADENTRO Albuquerque | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87107 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,663
Median Home Value
$282,000
Median Rent
$901/mo
Population
26,993
College Educated
39.5%
Homeownership
63.1%
Avg Commute
19.8 min
Poverty Rate
17.3%
Median Age
45.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ROCINANTE HIGH Farmington, NM | 4.4 |
| MORA HIGH Mora, NM | 4.5 |
| UTE LAKE ONLINE LEARNING CENTER Logan, NM | 4.5 |
| BELEN INFINITY HIGH Belen, NM | 4.7 |
| NEW HOPE ALTERNATIVE HIGH Lovington, NM | 4.7 |
| THE GREAT ACADEMY Albuquerque, NM | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Los Puentes Charter
What grades does Los Puentes Charter serve?
Los Puentes Charter serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Los Puentes Charter?
Los Puentes Charter has an enrollment of approximately 102 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Los Puentes Charter?
The student-teacher ratio at Los Puentes Charter is 34:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Los Puentes Charter rank in NM?
Los Puentes Charter ranks #761 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Los Puentes Charter's MySchoolScout rating?
Los Puentes Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Los Puentes Charter?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Los Puentes Charter has 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Los Puentes Charter a charter school?
Yes, Los Puentes Charter is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Los Puentes Charter a Title I school?
No, Los Puentes Charter is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Los Puentes Charter?
64.7% of students at Los Puentes 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
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 102
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 34:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bernalillo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 90.2%
- Phone
- (505) 342-5959
- 4-Year Graduation
- 44.0%
Resources & Links
District
ALBUQUERQUE- District Enrollment
- 76,756
- Schools in District
- 174
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,108
- District Rank
- #144 of 169
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