2024 Best Charter Schools in the Albuquerque Area

• Albuquerque Public Schools, NM•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.15 out of 5  108 reviews

Senior: East Mountain High School is a preparatory school that intends to get its students ready for college classes. I love how small my school is and the teacher-to-student ratio. This has helped me get the extra tutoring and grow strong relationships with teachers. Since my school is located in the Sandia Mountains, I feel very safe and happy to be out in nature. I do wish that our school did have a cafeteria, which would increase social interactions and keep from us sitting on the ground. I also wish that we had more diversity in our student ethnicity. Most of our school is White. I also feel like our campus could use a little renovation since we are in big trailers for school. But overall, I am very glad I am going to East Mountain High School with engaged learners and caring teachers and staff. Go Timberwolves!... Read 108 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 363

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Albuquerque Public Schools, NM•

• 6-12

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  Rating 4.14 out of 5  44 reviews

Alum: The curriculum of CCPS is very helpful to get ahead in college and your academics after high school. The staff and faculty offer support for all of the students, especially in their junior and senior years. While I am grateful to the school for the academic opportunities I have been given, I think it still needs work in the support they give their students and the community of the school.... Read 44 reviews

• grade A

• Students 803

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Albuquerque, NM•

• Public School•

• 6-12

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  Rating 3.47 out of 5  49 reviews

Junior: AIMS is an interesting school is the easiest way to put it. The school itself is middle school and high school, yet holds about 600-800ish students. The faculty are close-knit, since it is so tiny, and the students practically stick with the same classmates they met in 6th grade. The academic course is excellent for those who wish to attend UNM afterward since the school is chartered by UNM, as you are required to take 30 college credit hours on top of your high school learning. The course load is best put manageable and is best for those who hold their academics higher than their extra-curricular activities. As it is free and requires you to help out with community service per semester, rigorous science fair and Rube Goldberg competitions, and college classes during high school, it is a niche for students who are willing to go through it, and also comply with dress code.... Read 49 reviews

• grade A

• Students 354

• Student-teacher ratio 19:1

• Albuquerque, NM•

• Public School•

• PK, K-5

• grade A

• Students 409

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Albuquerque, NM•

• Public School•

• K-12

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  Rating 4.71 out of 5  14 reviews

Parent: This is my child's 2nd year at ASE and we absolutely love it! The teachers and staff are very friendly and knowledgeable, the diversity is unbelievable and overall just a very welcoming place to be. They communicate well and welcome the parents to be involved in everything, especially to follow your child's progress and their grades. It has also been a relief to know all the safety measures and precautions they have in place to protect the students during this pandemic. They truly take their health and well being seriously. I highly recommend this school!... Read 14 reviews

• grade A

• Students 855

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Albuquerque Public Schools, NM•

• 6-12

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  Rating 3.71 out of 5  52 reviews

Senior: Public Academy for Performing Arts is a great place to pursue your desired performing art whether it is music, choir, dance, film, art or theatre. Getting college prep education from middle school to high school surrounded by students with the same admiration for the arts creates a beautiful, friendly, and creative environment and makes education less overwhelming. In my experience, the best part of this school is the opportunities to discover your true passion and commiting to be the highest standard in that field. I would say the worst parts of my experience would be the lack of funding we had in each program. This held me back from reaching the true potential of each performing art. I also felt our building was to small to hold both middle school and high school students. Overall Public Academy for Performing Arts prepared me for college and the life of a professional artist.... Read 52 reviews

• grade A

• Students 434

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Rio Rancho, NM•

• Public School•

• 6-12

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  Rating 4.03 out of 5  68 reviews

Senior: Enrolled at The ASK Academy, my academic journey is shaped by highs and lows. Dedicated teachers exhibit a genuine passion for subjects, offering support beyond class hours. The school fosters a strong sense of community through team-building activities. Challenges include limited extracurriculars, hindering the exploration of diverse interests. Communication gaps between administration and students occasionally lead to confusion; a streamlined digital platform could resolve this. Looking forward, expanding extracurricular options and improving communication would enhance the student experience. Despite imperfections, The ASK Academy provides a solid education with a supportive community, preparing me for future chapters. Grateful for experiences gained, the school plays a pivotal role in shaping my academic journey.... Read 68 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 564

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Mission Achievement & Success, NM•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 4.81 out of 5  57 reviews

Parent: All of my children attended MAS Charter School. I have two daughters who have graduated from MAS and have both gone to college. My youngest child is still attending MAS and this school was instrumental in helping my children. My oldest daughter was not proficient in reading when she started 7th grade, yet graduated as an advanced reader thanks to MAS! They are VERY structured, so if you don't want structure, you won't want to send your child here, but if you value structure and accountable learning for your child, this is the place to go!... Read 57 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 1,162

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1

• Albuquerque Public Schools, NM•

• K-8

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  Rating 3.36 out of 5  14 reviews

Parent: NMIS has so much to offer its students and families. Our daughter plays the violin, speaks Spanish, Arabic and French. She has a well-rounded education and has been exposed to other cultures making her open-minded and curious. The community at NMIS is unmatched! Parents and staff truly care about the students and creating a positive environment for them to learn and grow. Parent involvement is big at NMIS and it truly makes a difference in creating memories for our children as well as a safe and fun community to be a part of. We feel very fortunate to be at NMIS and I look forward to enrolling my other two children in the future.... Read 14 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 402

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Albuquerque Public Schools, NM•

• PK, K-8

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  Rating 4.83 out of 5  24 reviews

Parent: I absolutely think Coral Community Charter School lives up to every aspect of their name! They are MORE than a Community, it's family! The staff is so close knit and they take the time to get to know each student and their families. I appreciate that Coral does not treat my children as just another number in their system, they treat them as an important human being that strives for greatness and gives them the tools for success. My children were given a Personal Education Plan (P.E.P) from the beginning, which tailors to their personal learning and social-emotional goals. The individualization ensures my children will gain the needed support and tools for success. I appreciate the single gender strategies implemented, because boys and girls learn differently! I appreciate that Coral allows my children to move around in the class, they believe that children retain more information while given the opportunity to move around. When looking for a QUALITY school, Coral is the place for you... Read 24 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 228

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Albuquerque, NM•

• Public School•

• 6-8

• grade A minus

• Students 174

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Albuquerque, NM•

• Public School•

• 4-8

• grade A minus

• Students 156

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Albuquerque, NM•

• Public School•

• K-12

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  Rating 3.48 out of 5  31 reviews

Junior: The teachers at Explore Academy who stick around for more than one year are fabulous. Steps have been made toward fulfilling the promise of being a "college prep" school, including starting PSAT testing in 9th grade and offering more advanced courses, but the school still falls short. Without AP classes or support for attending school outside of New Mexico, Explore Academy has some major steps to take. Additionally, due to the high school campus being 6-12 grade, high school students have to contend with the behavior of middle schoolers and sharing spaces such as the lunch room with younger students.... Read 31 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 1,026

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Albuquerque Public Schools, NM•

• K-5

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  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Parent: We are so grateful for our experience at this school . Amazing teachers and staff. They really care about their students and their families.... Read 1 review

• grade B+

• Students 216

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Edgewood, NM•

• Public School•

• K-12

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  Rating 4.42 out of 5  19 reviews

Senior: Estancia Valley Classical Academy has been a wonderful school to attend. Policies are consistent and easy to understand, teachers are exceptional and the school culture is professional and pleasant. I would love to see a wider variety of classes, especially foreign languages! I’d also be interested in more practical classes like home economics. I appreciate that one math and one science credit are open and allow students to start exploring specialized interests while still in high school. Scheduling and transferring can be an arduous process but has greatly improved over the past few years as far as I can tell. The senior thesis is unrivaled in terms of preparing students for college and critical thinking.... Read 19 reviews

• grade B+

• Students 601

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Albuquerque, NM•

• Public School•

• PK, K-8

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  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Parent: My two sons have attended this school for years and I cannot speak highly enough of it! The care, concern, professionalism, expertise, kindness, and so much more, just pours from each TMEMS employee. My 1st grade son just wrote an essay about how much he loves his teacher. My older son is in middle school and is thriving too. If you want a place for your child to excel, this is it.... Read 1 review

• grade B+

• Students 450

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Albuquerque, NM•

• Public School•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4 out of 5  38 reviews

Parent: This school is committed to the academic and personal development of every student, and makes every effort to satisfy their needs. The administration and teachers are always open to scheduling meetings with parents.... Read 38 reviews

• grade B+

• Students 145

• Student-teacher ratio 18:1

• Albuquerque Public Schools, NM•

• K-8

• grade B+

• Students 414

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1

• Albuquerque Public Schools, NM•

• K-8

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  Rating 4.82 out of 5  22 reviews

Parent: Our son has attended Alice King Community School since Kinder (now in 4th grade). We absolutely love this school! The teachers that have worked with our son have been amazing! He has a learning difficulty and they have worked with him to help him “catch up” and perform at grade level. He loves his teachers, classmates, and looks forward to going to school every day which is such a blessing. Administration is very responsive if a concern ever comes up. We are very happy!... Read 22 reviews

• grade B+

• Students 428

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1

• Albuquerque Public Schools, NM•

• K-12

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  Rating 4.57 out of 5  7 reviews

Parent: The teachers are amazing! All the elementary teachers are bilingual, and the school has an amazing full immersion dual language program. STEAM with wonderful art and music tie ins. The enrichment teacher is absolutely wonderful, and has worked with our student in such innovative and seamless ways! The IB program gives the ciriculum a very solid core. Lots of parent involvement! Very diverse extra curricular (Chess, drama, archery) It’s a remarkable school!... Read 7 reviews

• grade B+

• Students 233

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1

• Albuquerque Public Schools, NM•

• 1-8

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  Rating 5 out of 5  4 reviews

Parent: 21st Century Public Academy has kept my high functioning son extremely challenged and kept him at an ability based program, not just grade level and age based. The administration has been so cooperative and open to hearing from parents. The teachers are extremely responsive and communicate frequently with parents. We absolutely have loved 21st Century Public Academy!... Read 4 reviews

• grade B+

• Students 371

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Albuquerque Public Schools, NM•

• 7-12

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  Rating 3.61 out of 5  28 reviews

Alum: Digital Arts and Technology Academy has an amazing community. There are many excellent people and the staff are caring and positive. The admin can struggle to be organize, but I really enjoyed my time there.... Read 28 reviews

• grade B+

• Students 321

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1

• Albuquerque, NM•

• Public School•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.86 out of 5  44 reviews

Junior: Amy Biehl is a wonderful school for kids particularly interested in humanities and the arts. It’s a great culture and it’s in downtown ABQ. Being able to not only have the school as a community but also the city, is really amazing and a great experience. Of course there are downsides of the location and of the school, but the support you have from the teachers and fellow students is wonderful. They prep you for college and make you take college courses to help prepare you. I am really glad I have been attending for the last two years.... Read 44 reviews

• grade B+

• Students 236

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Albuquerque, NM•

• Public School•

• 6-12

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  Rating 3.67 out of 5  9 reviews

Junior: Southwest Aeronautics Mathematics and Science Academy has teachers and staff that are there for you daily, pushing and routing for you to succeed. The school has an edgenuity program that allows you to progress and move on as quickly as you would like.... Read 9 reviews

• grade B+

• Students 282

• Student-teacher ratio 25:1

• Los Ranchos De Albuquerque, NM•

• Public School•

• PK, K-8

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  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Parent: Love this school. It's a throwback to the way school used to be! Definitely prefer over APS. Charter schools are the way to go!... Read 1 review

• grade B

• Students 439

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1