Serving 656 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Turquoise Trail Charter School 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 17% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 656 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Turquoise Trail Charter School's student population of 656 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
656 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Motto
PROTECT THE PACK
School Rankings
Turquoise Trail Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Turquoise Trail Charter School is 0.49, 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
#422 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
12%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
65%
62%
Black
2%
2%
White
30%
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
46%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
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 Turquoise Trail Charter School's ranking?
Turquoise Trail Charter School is ranked #422 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Turquoise Trail Charter School often compared to?
Turquoise Trail Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wood-gormley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Turquoise Trail Charter School?
656 students attend Turquoise Trail Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Turquoise Trail Charter School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Turquoise Trail Charter School?
Turquoise Trail Charter School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Turquoise Trail Charter School offer ?
Turquoise Trail Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Turquoise Trail Charter School part of?
Turquoise Trail Charter School is part of Turquoise Trail Charter School District.
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