Serving 185 students in grades 9-12, Gilbert L Sena 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 20%).
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 11:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 185 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 38% (Btm 50% in NM)
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gilbert L Sena Charter High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Gilbert L Sena Charter High School's student population of 185 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
185 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
2004
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Be Seen, Reset, and Accelerate with us!
School Rankings
The diversity score of Gilbert L Sena Charter High School is 0.52, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
5%
11%
Hispanic
68%
63%
Black
7%
2%
White
12%
19%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)38%
66%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
2%
6%
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?
<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 Gilbert L Sena Charter High School?
The graduation rate of Gilbert L Sena Charter High School is 38%, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend Gilbert L Sena Charter High School?
185 students attend Gilbert L Sena Charter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Gilbert L Sena Charter High School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gilbert L Sena Charter High School?
Gilbert L Sena Charter High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gilbert L Sena Charter High School offer ?
Gilbert L Sena Charter High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gilbert L Sena Charter High School part of?
Gilbert L Sena Charter High School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Gilbert L Sena Charter High School located?
Gilbert L Sena Charter High School is located in the Princess Jeanne neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 3 other public schools located in Princess Jeanne.
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