Serving 146 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Abq Sign Language Academy ranks in the bottom 50% 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 146 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Abq Sign Language Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Abq Sign Language Academy's student population of 146 students has grown by 53% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 58% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
146 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
2010
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
A Little School Expanding the Possibilities
School Rankings
Abq Sign Language Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Abq Sign Language Academy is 0.61, 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
#652 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
5%
12%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
57%
62%
Black
5%
2%
White
25%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
1%
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 Abq Sign Language Academy's ranking?
Abq Sign Language Academy is ranked #652 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Abq Sign Language Academy?
146 students attend Abq Sign Language Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Abq Sign Language Academy students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 5% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Abq Sign Language Academy?
Abq Sign Language Academy has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Abq Sign Language Academy offer ?
Abq Sign Language Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Abq Sign Language Academy part of?
Abq Sign Language Academy is part of ABQ Sign Language Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Abq Sign Language Academy located?
Abq Sign Language Academy is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 1 other public schools located in Downtown.
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