Serving 558 students in grades 6-12, The Ask Academy ranks in the top 5% 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 53% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 558 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in NM)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Ask Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
The Ask Academy's student population of 558 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
558 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
2015
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Innovate. Collaborate. Thrive.
School Rankings
The Ask Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The Ask Academy is 0.64, 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
#24 out of 796 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
47%
63%
Black
2%
2%
White
35%
19%
Two or more races
14%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)80-89%
66%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Ask Academy's ranking?
The Ask Academy is ranked #24 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
What is the graduation rate of The Ask Academy?
The graduation rate of The Ask Academy is 80-89%, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 66%.
How many students attend The Ask Academy?
558 students attend The Ask Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of The Ask Academy students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The Ask Academy?
The Ask Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does The Ask Academy offer ?
The Ask Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is The Ask Academy part of?
The Ask Academy is part of The Ask Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is The Ask Academy located?
The Ask Academy is located in the Vista Hills neighborhood of Rio Rancho, NM.
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