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Serving 852 students in grades 6-12, Cottonwood Classical Prep ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 852 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95%
- Math Proficiency: 42%
- Reading Proficiency: 65%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cottonwood Classical Prep ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Cottonwood Classical Prep's student population of 852 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
852 students
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The Whole Child for the Whole World.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Cottonwood Classical Prep is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)42%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)65%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
11%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
55%
63%
Black
2%
2%
White
26%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)≥95%
74%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% NM state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cottonwood Classical Prep?
The graduation rate of Cottonwood Classical Prep is 95%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 74%.
How many students attend Cottonwood Classical Prep?
852 students attend Cottonwood Classical Prep.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Cottonwood Classical Prep students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cottonwood Classical Prep?
Cottonwood Classical Prep has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cottonwood Classical Prep offer ?
Cottonwood Classical Prep offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cottonwood Classical Prep part of?
Cottonwood Classical Prep is part of Cottonwood Classical Prep School District.
In what neighborhood is Cottonwood Classical Prep located?
Cottonwood Classical Prep is located in the Alamedan Valley neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 5 other public schools located in Alamedan Valley.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
third year at school. third child to attend next year. Excellence and academic rigor is priority
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