Best 87508 New Mexico Public Charter Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public charter schools serving 1,278 students in 87508, NM.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 87508, NM are Academy For Technology & Classics, The Masters Program and Turquoise Trail Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 87508 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the New Mexico public charter school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 43% statewide average). Charter schools in 87508, NM have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public charter school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

Best 87508, NM Public Charter Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Academy For Technology & Classics
Charter School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
74 A Van Nu Po Rd
Santa Fe, NM 87508
(505) 473-4282
Gr: 7-12 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #22.
The Masters Program
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
6401 Richards Ave
Santa Fe, NM 87508
(505) 428-7320
Gr: 9-12 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #33.
Turquoise Trail Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
13a San Marcos Loop
Santa Fe, NM 87508
(505) 986-4000
Gr: PK-8 | 622 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 86%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 87508, NM?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 87508, NM include Academy For Technology & Classics, The Masters Program and Turquoise Trail Charter School.
How many public charter schools are located in 87508?
3 public charter schools are located in 87508.
What is the racial composition of students in 87508?
87508 public charter schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public charter schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

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