Average
#339 of 864 schools in NM
Top 39% in state
Tierra Encantada Charter School
High School · TIERRA ENCANTADA CHARTER SCHOOL
4601 MISSION BEND, Santa Fe, NM 87507
Enrollment
284
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
6.6
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
284
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
6.6
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#339 of 864
In Santa Fe
#21 of 41
public schools
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Tierra Encantada Charter School
High School in Santa Fe · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Tierra Encantada Charter School
Tierra Encantada Charter School is a public high school in Santa Fe, NM, part of TIERRA ENCANTADA CHARTER SCHOOL. Tierra Encantada Charter School serves approximately 284 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Tierra Encantada Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #339 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Tierra Encantada Charter School show 3% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- NM avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Tierra Encantada 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.
Tierra Encantada 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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Tierra Encantada Charter School — Students at Tierra Encantada Charter School score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 11 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: 9.7/10.
How Tierra Encantada Charter School Compares
See how Tierra Encantada 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
4601 MISSION BEND, Santa Fe, NM 87507
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tierra Encantada Charter School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. EARLY COLLEGE OPPORTUNITIES (rated 7.1/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is MONTE DEL SOL CHARTER (rated 6.8/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, SANTA FE HIGH (rated 6.6/10, 2.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Santa Fe, see our Santa Fe schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PINON ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| MONTE DEL SOL CHARTER Santa Fe | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| SANTO NINOS REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Santa Fe | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| THE MASTERS PROGRAM Santa Fe | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| KEARNY ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| DESERT SAGE ACADEMY Santa Fe | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| AMY BIEHL COMMUNITY SCHOOL AT RANCHO VIEJO Santa Fe | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| FRANCIS X. NAVA ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 2.2 mi | 6.7 |
| EDWARD ORTIZ MIDDLE Santa Fe | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
| NYE EARLY CHILDHOOD Santa Fe | 2.4 mi | 5.3 |
| SANTA FE SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS & SCIENCES Santa Fe | 2.1 mi | 8.7 |
| CHAPARRAL ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 2.2 mi | 8.1 |
| R.M. SWEENEY ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 2.2 mi | 5.4 |
| SANTA FE HIGH Santa Fe | 2.4 mi | 6.6 |
| EARLY COLLEGE OPPORTUNITIES Santa Fe | 2.3 mi | 7.1 |
| RAMIREZ THOMAS ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 2.3 mi | 5.8 |
| NINA OTERO COMMUNITY SCHOOL Santa Fe | 2.2 mi | 7.6 |
| CESAR CHAVEZ ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 2.3 mi | 4.8 |
| ADVENTIST ACADEMY OF SANTA FE Santa Fe | 2.9 mi | — |
| ADVENTIST ACADEMY OF SANTA FE Santa Fe | 2.9 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87507 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,955
Median Home Value
$333,300
Median Rent
$1,276/mo
Population
51,109
College Educated
30.8%
Homeownership
66.7%
Avg Commute
23.1 min
Poverty Rate
17.3%
Median Age
39.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| NM SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS Santa Fe, NM | 6.6 |
| TEXICO HIGH Texico, NM | 6.6 |
| COBRE HIGH Bayard, NM | 6.5 |
| HATCH VALLEY HIGH Hatch, NM | 6.5 |
| HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL-HIGH Albuquerque, NM | 6.5 |
| THE MASTERS PROGRAM Santa Fe, NM | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tierra Encantada Charter School
What grades does Tierra Encantada Charter School serve?
Tierra Encantada Charter School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Tierra Encantada Charter School?
Tierra Encantada Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 284 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tierra Encantada Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Tierra Encantada Charter School is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Tierra Encantada Charter School rank in NM?
Tierra Encantada Charter School ranks #339 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Tierra Encantada Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Tierra Encantada Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Tierra Encantada Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Tierra Encantada Charter School has 3% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).
Is Tierra Encantada Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Tierra Encantada Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Tierra Encantada Charter School a Title I school?
No, Tierra Encantada Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tierra Encantada Charter School?
99.6% of students at Tierra Encantada 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
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 284
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Santa Fe County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.0%
- Phone
- (505) 983-3337
- 4-Year Graduation
- 54.5%
Resources & Links
District
TIERRA ENCANTADA CHARTER SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 284
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,903
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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