Excellent
#98 of 864 schools in NM
Top 11% in state
Topper Freshman Academy
School · LOS ALAMOS
3800 CANYON DRIVE, Los Alamos, NM 87544
Enrollment
304
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
8.2
Grades
9th – 9th
Enrollment
304
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
8.2
Grades
9th – 9th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#98 of 864
In Los Alamos
#2 of 6
public schools
In district
#2 of 8
LOS ALAMOS
Academic performance
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Topper Freshman Academy
Topper Freshman Academy is a public school in Los Alamos, NM, part of LOS ALAMOS. Topper Freshman Academy serves approximately 304 students, and covers grades 9th-9th, and has a 17.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Topper Freshman Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #98 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Topper Freshman Academy show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2019) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2019).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 7.7
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Topper Freshman 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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Topper Freshman Academy — Students at Topper Freshman Academy score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
12.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 7 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: 8.8/10.
How Topper Freshman Academy Compares
See how Topper Freshman 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
3800 CANYON DRIVE, Los Alamos, NM 87544
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Topper Freshman Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. MOUNTAIN ELEMENTARY (rated 9.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is LOS ALAMOS HIGH (rated 8.1/10, 0.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CHAMISA ELEMENTARY (rated 7.9/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby White Rock), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Los Alamos, see our Los Alamos schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LOS ALAMOS HIGH Los Alamos | 0.1 mi | 8.1 |
| ASPEN ELEMENTARY Los Alamos | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| CANYONCITO MONTESSORI SCHOOL Los Alamos | 0.7 mi | — |
| MOUNTAIN ELEMENTARY Los Alamos | 0.8 mi | 9.0 |
| LOS ALAMOS MIDDLE Los Alamos | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| BARRANCA MESA ELEMENTARY Los Alamos | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
| PINON ELEMENTARY White Rock | 7.3 mi | 7.7 |
| CHAMISA ELEMENTARY White Rock | 7.8 mi | 7.9 |
| PONDEROSA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Los Alamos | 8.1 mi | — |
| San Ildefonso Day School Santa Fe | 11.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Kha'p'o Community School Espanola | 14.1 mi | 3.1 |
| CARLOS F. VIGIL MIDDLE Espanola | 14.7 mi | 5.7 |
| POJOAQUE HIGH Santa Fe | 14.1 mi | 6.0 |
| LOS NINOS ELEMENTARY Espanola | 14.7 mi | 6.6 |
| POJOAQUE INTERMEDIATE Santa Fe | 14.1 mi | 2.6 |
| PABLO ROYBAL ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 14.1 mi | 3.7 |
| JAMES RODRIGUEZ ELEMENTARY Espanola | 14.8 mi | 2.9 |
| HERNANDEZ ELEMENTARY Espanola | 16.0 mi | 6.8 |
| KERES CHILDRENS LEARNING CENTER Cochiti Pueblo | 19.4 mi | — |
| EUTIMIO SALAZAR ELEMENTARY Espanola | 16.6 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87544 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$135,108
Median Home Value
$444,700
Median Rent
$1,305/mo
Population
13,806
College Educated
67.4%
Homeownership
66.3%
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Median Age
40.6
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Topper Freshman Academy
What grades does Topper Freshman Academy serve?
Topper Freshman Academy serves students in grades 9th through 9th.
How many students attend Topper Freshman Academy?
Topper Freshman Academy has an enrollment of approximately 304 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Topper Freshman Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Topper Freshman Academy is 17.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Topper Freshman Academy rank in NM?
Topper Freshman Academy ranks #98 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Topper Freshman Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Topper Freshman Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Topper Freshman Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Topper Freshman Academy has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2019) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2019).
Is Topper Freshman Academy a charter school?
No, Topper Freshman Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Topper Freshman Academy a Title I school?
No, Topper Freshman Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Topper Freshman Academy?
12.2% of students at Topper Freshman 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
- 9th – 9th
- Enrollment
- 304
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 12.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Los Alamos County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.9%
- Phone
- (505) 663-2510
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
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District
LOS ALAMOS- District Enrollment
- 3,729
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,624
- District Rank
- #2 of 8
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