Serving 52 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Roots & Wings Community ranks in the top 30% 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 52 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NM
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roots & Wings Community ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Roots & Wings Community's student population of 52 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
52 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Year Founded
2001
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Roots & Wings Community ranks within the top 30% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roots & Wings Community is 0.58, 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
#228 out of 796 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
8%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
19%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
61%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roots & Wings Community's ranking?
Roots & Wings Community is ranked #228 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Roots & Wings Community?
52 students attend Roots & Wings Community.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Roots & Wings Community students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Roots & Wings Community?
Roots & Wings Community has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Roots & Wings Community offer ?
Roots & Wings Community offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Roots & Wings Community part of?
Roots & Wings Community is part of Roots & Wings Community School District.
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