Serving 256 students in grades 7-12, Tierra Encantada 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 6-9% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 256 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Top 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tierra Encantada Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Tierra Encantada Charter School's student population of 256 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
256 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tierra Encantada 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 Tierra Encantada Charter School is 0.13, 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
#673 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
11%
Hispanic
93%
63%
Black
1%
2%
White
4%
19%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(19-20)70-79%
77%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.9%
43.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tierra Encantada Charter School's ranking?
Tierra Encantada Charter School is ranked #673 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tierra Encantada Charter School?
The graduation rate of Tierra Encantada Charter School is 70-79%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 77%.
How many students attend Tierra Encantada Charter School?
256 students attend Tierra Encantada Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Tierra Encantada Charter School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tierra Encantada Charter School?
Tierra Encantada Charter School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Tierra Encantada Charter School offer ?
Tierra Encantada Charter School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tierra Encantada Charter School part of?
Tierra Encantada Charter School is part of Tierra Encantada Charter School District.
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