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#582 of 864 schools in NM
Mccurdy Charter School
School · MCCURDY CHARTER SCHOOL
PO BOX 2250, Espanola, NM 87532
Enrollment
553
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
553
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#582 of 864
In Espanola
#6 of 14
public schools
Academic growth
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Mccurdy Charter School
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About Mccurdy Charter School
Mccurdy Charter School is a public school in Espanola, NM, part of MCCURDY CHARTER SCHOOL. Mccurdy Charter School serves approximately 553 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Mccurdy Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #582 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Mccurdy Charter School show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Mccurdy Charter 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.
Mccurdy Charter 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.
Score Breakdown
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Mccurdy Charter School — Students at Mccurdy Charter School score 16% 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 17 test records from NM state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.8/10.
How Mccurdy Charter School Compares
See how Mccurdy Charter 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
PO BOX 2250, Espanola, NM 87532
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mccurdy Charter School may also want to explore other schools in the area. San Ildefonso Day School (rated 7.7/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby Santa Fe), which scores notably higher. Another option is HERNANDEZ ELEMENTARY (rated 6.8/10, 5.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LOS NINOS ELEMENTARY (rated 6.6/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Espanola, see our Espanola schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOLY CROSS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| EUTIMIO SALAZAR ELEMENTARY Espanola | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| ESPANOLA VALLEY HIGH Espanola | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| TONY QUINTANA ELEMENTARY Espanola | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| CAMINO DE PAZ SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 1.4 mi | — |
| VALLEY BAPTIST ACADEMY Espanola | 2.2 mi | 5.5 |
| JAMES RODRIGUEZ ELEMENTARY Espanola | 2.1 mi | 2.9 |
| LOS NINOS ELEMENTARY Espanola | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Kha'p'o Community School Espanola | 2.7 mi | 3.1 |
| CARLOS F. VIGIL MIDDLE Espanola | 2.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Ohkay Owingeh Community School Ohkay Owingeh | 4.0 mi | 4.6 |
| SAN JUAN ELEMENTARY Espanola | 4.3 mi | 3.2 |
| HERNANDEZ ELEMENTARY Espanola | 5.4 mi | 6.8 |
| ALCALDE ELEMENTARY Espanola | 7.0 mi | 4.0 |
| CHIMAYO ELEMENTARY Espanola | 5.7 mi | 5.8 |
| POJOAQUE MIDDLE Santa Fe | 7.5 mi | 4.2 |
| SIXTH GRADE ACADEMY Pojoaque | 7.5 mi | 3.8 |
| POJOAQUE HIGH Santa Fe | 8.3 mi | 6.0 |
| San Ildefonso Day School Santa Fe | 7.9 mi | 7.7 |
| POJOAQUE INTERMEDIATE Santa Fe | 8.5 mi | 2.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87532 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,077
Median Home Value
$225,000
Median Rent
$887/mo
Population
19,522
College Educated
23.2%
Homeownership
71.4%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
16.6%
Median Age
39.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| MESILLA VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Las Cruces, NM | 5.9 |
| NATIVE AMERICAN COMMUNITY ACADEMY Albuquerque, NM | 6.0 |
| EXPLORE ACADEMY LAS CRUCES Las Cruces, NM | 6.3 |
| HOZHO ACADEMY Gallup, NM | 6.4 |
| REHOBOTH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rehoboth, NM | 6.4 |
| GATEWAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Roswell, NM | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mccurdy Charter School
What grades does Mccurdy Charter School serve?
Mccurdy Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Mccurdy Charter School?
Mccurdy Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 553 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mccurdy Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mccurdy Charter School is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mccurdy Charter School rank in NM?
Mccurdy Charter School ranks #582 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Mccurdy Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mccurdy Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Mccurdy Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mccurdy Charter School has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
Is Mccurdy Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Mccurdy Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Mccurdy Charter School a Title I school?
No, Mccurdy Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mccurdy Charter School?
64.7% of students at Mccurdy Charter 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
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 553
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Santa Fe County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.4%
- Phone
- (505) 692-6090
- 4-Year Graduation
- 74.5%
Resources & Links
District
MCCURDY CHARTER SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 553
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,678
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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