For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public charter schools serving 3,054 students in 87109, NM.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 87109, NM are Cottonwood Classical Prep, New Mexico International School and Explore Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 87109 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the New Mexico public charter school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 42% statewide average). Charter schools in 87109, NM have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Mexico public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public charter school average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87109, NM Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cottonwood Classical Prep
Charter School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 65% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7801 Jefferson St Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 998-1021
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 998-1021
Gr: 6-12 | 807 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #22.
New Mexico International School
Charter School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7215 Montgomery Blvd Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 503-7670
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 503-7670
Gr: K-8 | 401 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #33.
Explore Academy
Charter School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5100 Masthead St Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 305-5300
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 305-5300
Gr: K-12 | 1,354 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #44.
Aces Technical Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4501 Montgomery Blvd Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 506-1186
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 506-1186
Gr: K-9 | 161 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #55.
The Great Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6001-a San Mateo Blvd Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 792-0306
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 792-0306
Gr: 6-12 | 105 students Student-teacher ratio: 35:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #66.
Health Leadership High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6401 Jefferson Street Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 750-4547
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 750-4547
Gr: 9-12 | 226 students Student-teacher ratio: 32:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
87109, New Mexico Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Bataan Charter School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
5555 Mcleod Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 880-3744
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 880-3744
Gr: 9-12 | 62 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
6805 Academy Parkway West Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 880-3744
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 880-3744
Gr: 9-12 | 144 students Minority enrollment: 56%
5555 Mcleod Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 880-3744
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 880-3744
Gr: 6-12 | 149 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Sage Montessori Charter School (Closed 2018)
Charter School
3821 Singer Blvd Ne
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 344-7447
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 344-7447
Gr: K-8 | 152 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 87109, NM?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 87109, NM include Cottonwood Classical Prep, New Mexico International School and Explore Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 87109?
6 public charter schools are located in 87109.
What is the racial composition of students in 87109?
87109 public charter schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Mexico public charter schools average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
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