Needs Improvement
#816 of 864 schools in NM
Robert F. Kennedy Charter
High School · ALBUQUERQUE
4300 BLAKE RD SW, Albuquerque, NM 87121
Enrollment
351
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
3.8
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
351
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
3.8
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#816 of 864
In Albuquerque
#178 of 190
public schools
In district
#158 of 169
ALBUQUERQUE
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Robert F. Kennedy Charter
High School in Albuquerque · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Robert F. Kennedy Charter
Robert F. Kennedy Charter is a public high school in Albuquerque, NM, part of ALBUQUERQUE. Robert F.
Kennedy Charter serves approximately 351 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Robert F. Kennedy Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #816 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Robert F. Kennedy Charter show 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 7% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.2
- NM avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Robert F. Kennedy 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.
Robert F. Kennedy 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.
88% of students at Robert F. Kennedy Charter 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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Robert F. Kennedy Charter — Students at Robert F. Kennedy Charter score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.4%
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: 9.2/10.
How Robert F. Kennedy Charter Compares
See how Robert F. Kennedy 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
4300 BLAKE RD SW, Albuquerque, NM 87121
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Robert F. Kennedy Charter may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ATRISCO HERITAGE ACADEMY HS (rated 6.3/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SOUTH VALLEY ACADEMY (rated 6.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RIO GRANDE HIGH (rated 5.5/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Albuquerque, see our Albuquerque schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RUDOLFO ANAYA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| SOLARE COLLEGIATE CHARTER SCHOOL Albuquerque | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| SOUTH VALLEY ACADEMY Albuquerque | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| NAVAJO ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| MARYANN BINFORD ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| ABUNDANT LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| TRUMAN MIDDLE Albuquerque | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW MENNONITE SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.5 mi | — |
| TOWER ROAD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| LA ACADEMIA DE ESPERANZA Albuquerque | 1.8 mi | 4.4 |
| RIO GRANDE ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS Albuquerque | 1.8 mi | 7.6 |
| EDWARD GONZALES ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 2.0 mi | 4.7 |
| ATRISCO HERITAGE ACADEMY HS Albuquerque | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| WESTERN HEIGHTS LEARNING CENTER Albuquerque | 2.0 mi | 3.9 |
| HELEN CORDERO PRIMARY Albuquerque | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
| CARLOS REY ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
| GEORGE I SANCHEZ Albuquerque | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| BARCELONA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.8 mi | 3.1 |
| MISSION ACHIEVEMENT AND SUCCESS 2.0 Albuquerque | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| RIO GRANDE HIGH Albuquerque | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87121 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,184
Median Home Value
$192,500
Median Rent
$1,277/mo
Population
76,135
College Educated
13%
Homeownership
76.4%
Avg Commute
25.8 min
Poverty Rate
21.8%
Median Age
31.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DESERT PRIDE ACADEMY Anthony, NM | 3.8 |
| THOREAU HIGH Thoreau, NM | 4.3 |
| LA ACADEMIA DE ESPERANZA Albuquerque, NM | 4.4 |
| NAVAJO PINE HIGH Navajo, NM | 4.6 |
| ABQ CHARTER ACADEMY Albuquerque, NM | 4.8 |
| HEALTH LEADERSHIP HIGH SCHOOL Albuquerque, NM | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Robert F. Kennedy Charter
What grades does Robert F. Kennedy Charter serve?
Robert F. Kennedy Charter serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Robert F. Kennedy Charter?
Robert F. Kennedy Charter has an enrollment of approximately 351 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Robert F. Kennedy Charter?
The student-teacher ratio at Robert F. Kennedy Charter is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Robert F. Kennedy Charter rank in NM?
Robert F. Kennedy Charter ranks #816 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Robert F. Kennedy Charter's MySchoolScout rating?
Robert F. Kennedy Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Robert F. Kennedy Charter?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Robert F. Kennedy Charter has 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 7% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Robert F. Kennedy Charter a charter school?
Yes, Robert F. Kennedy Charter is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Robert F. Kennedy Charter a Title I school?
No, Robert F. Kennedy Charter is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Robert F. Kennedy Charter?
97.4% of students at Robert F. Kennedy 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
- 351
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bernalillo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 87.7%
- Phone
- (505) 243-1118
- 4-Year Graduation
- 17.0%
Resources & Links
District
ALBUQUERQUE- District Enrollment
- 76,756
- Schools in District
- 174
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,108
- District Rank
- #158 of 169
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