Serving 1,487 students in grades 4-12, New Mexico Connections Academy ranks in the top 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 38% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 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: Online School/Charter School
- Grades: 4-12
- Enrollment: 1,487 students
- State Accredited: Yes
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: 43% (Btm 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
New Mexico Connections Academy's student population of 1,487 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
1,487 students
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
State Accredited Program
Yes
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
Yes
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
Yes
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Mexico Connections Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Mexico Connections Academy is 0.61, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#378 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
13:1
American Indian
4%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
56%
63%
Black
2%
2%
White
26%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)43%
66%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Mexico Connections Academy's ranking?
New Mexico Connections Academy is ranked #378 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are New Mexico Connections Academy often compared to?
New Mexico Connections Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Rio Rancho Cyber Academy 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 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Mexico Connections Academy?
The graduation rate of New Mexico Connections Academy is 43%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend New Mexico Connections Academy?
1,487 students attend New Mexico Connections Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of New Mexico Connections Academy students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Mexico Connections Academy?
New Mexico Connections Academy has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does New Mexico Connections Academy offer ?
New Mexico Connections Academy offers enrollment in grades 4-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is New Mexico Connections Academy part of?
New Mexico Connections Academy is part of New Mexico Connections Academy School District.
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