Serving 714 students in grades 6-8, Carlsbad Sixth Grade Academy - Alta Vista Campus 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 17% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 714 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carlsbad Sixth Grade Academy - Alta Vista Campus's student population of 714 students has grown by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 60% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
714 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Carlsbad Sixth Grade Academy - Alta Vista Campus 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 Carlsbad Sixth Grade Academy - Alta Vista Campus is 0.42, 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
#543 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
73%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
23%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Carlsbad Sixth Grade Academy - Alta Vista Campus's ranking?
Carlsbad Sixth Grade Academy - Alta Vista Campus is ranked #543 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?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Carlsbad Sixth Grade Academy - Alta Vista Campus?
714 students attend Carlsbad Sixth Grade Academy - Alta Vista Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Carlsbad Sixth Grade Academy - Alta Vista Campus students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carlsbad Sixth Grade Academy - Alta Vista Campus?
Carlsbad Sixth Grade Academy - Alta Vista Campus has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Carlsbad Sixth Grade Academy - Alta Vista Campus offer ?
Carlsbad Sixth Grade Academy - Alta Vista Campus offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carlsbad Sixth Grade Academy - Alta Vista Campus part of?
Carlsbad Sixth Grade Academy - Alta Vista Campus is part of Carlsbad School District.
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