Serving 32 students in grades 9-12, Walatowa Charter High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 32 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walatowa Charter High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Walatowa Charter High School's student population of 32 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
32 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Walatowa Charter High School ranks within the top 10% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walatowa Charter High School is 0.17, 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
#68 out of 796 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
13:1
American Indian
91%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
62%
Black
n/a
2%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥50%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
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 Walatowa Charter High School's ranking?
Walatowa Charter High School is ranked #68 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of Walatowa Charter High School?
The graduation rate of Walatowa Charter High School is 50%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Walatowa Charter High School?
32 students attend Walatowa Charter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Walatowa Charter High School students are American Indian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walatowa Charter High School?
Walatowa Charter High School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Walatowa Charter High School offer ?
Walatowa Charter High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Walatowa Charter High School part of?
Walatowa Charter High School is part of Walatowa Charter High School District.
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