Serving 68 students in grades 6-8, La Academia Dolores Huerta ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 68 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Academia Dolores Huerta ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
La Academia Dolores Huerta's student population of 68 students has declined by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
68 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
La Academia Dolores Huerta ranks within the bottom 50% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Academia Dolores Huerta is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#497 out of 810 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
96%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Academia Dolores Huerta's ranking?
La Academia Dolores Huerta is ranked #497 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are La Academia Dolores Huerta often compared to?
La Academia Dolores Huertais often viewed alongside schools like Lynn Middle School, Loma Linda Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend La Academia Dolores Huerta?
68 students attend La Academia Dolores Huerta.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of La Academia Dolores Huerta students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of La Academia Dolores Huerta?
La Academia Dolores Huerta has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does La Academia Dolores Huerta offer ?
La Academia Dolores Huerta offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is La Academia Dolores Huerta part of?
La Academia Dolores Huerta is part of La Academia Dolores Huerta School District.
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