For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public charter schools serving 1,488 students in 87120, NM.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 87120, NM are Horizon Academy West, Albuquerque Bilingual Academy and Albuquerque Talent Development Charter. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 87120 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the New Mexico public charter school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 42% statewide average). Charter schools in 87120, NM have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Mexico public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public charter school average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
Best 87120, NM Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Horizon Academy West
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3021 Todos Santos Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 998-0459
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 998-0459
Gr: PK-5 | 524 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #22.
Albuquerque Bilingual Academy
Charter School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7500 La Morada Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 836-7706
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 836-7706
Gr: PK-8 | 408 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #33.
Albuquerque Talent Development Charter
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1800 Atrisco Rd Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 503-2465
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 503-2465
Gr: 9-12 | 125 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Christine Duncan Heritage Academy
Charter School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1900 Atrisco Dr. Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 839-4971
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 839-4971
Gr: PK-8 | 431 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
87120, New Mexico Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4801 Montano Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 880-3744
Albuquerque, NM 87120
(505) 880-3744
Gr: 9-12 | 196 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 87120, NM?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 87120, NM include Horizon Academy West, Albuquerque Bilingual Academy and Albuquerque Talent Development Charter.
How many public charter schools are located in 87120?
4 public charter schools are located in 87120.
What is the racial composition of students in 87120?
87120 public charter schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Mexico public charter schools average of 73% (majority Hispanic).
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