North Valley Academy

North Valley Academy

Charter Pre-K, Elementary, Middle School | Grade Pre-K-8
7939 4th St NW,  Los Ranchos De Albuquerque, NM
5.0
3.9
439 Students
B
Niche Grade
North Valley Academy serves prekindergarten through eighth-grade students in the northern part of Albuquerque, New Mexico. The school draws students from Bernalillo County. North Valley Academy helps students find their passion through its rigorous focus on math, English, health and wellness. The school offers creative touches throughout its activity-based curriculum, which includes 1-to-1 technology for every student. After-school enrichment programs include theater, sports, anime, kindness club and ukulele. Students can participate in electives such as art, drama, physical education, mentoring, photography and yearbook. Coal, the school's therapy dog, never fails to make students at North Valley Academy smile. North Valley students also grow corn, sunflowers and vegetables, which helps students learn more about the environment and the science behind plants. The school offers special education programs, recreational, occupational speech and language therapy and more. North Valley Academy is committed to a rich and balanced education that allows students to soar – like its school mascot, the Eagles.

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
9:1
Math Proficiency
22%
Reading Proficiency
30%

Niche Grade

B-
Academics
A
Teachers
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Academics
Reading Proficiency
30%
Math Proficiency
22%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
9:1
Teachers
30
Full Time Teachers
30
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%

GreatSchools Rating

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Test Scores

Math
22.1%
State Average
25%
Science
34%
State Average
38%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
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The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Student Diversity

Male
56.8%
Female
43.2%
Hispanic
78.4%
White
16.1%
Two or more races
2.6%
Native American
2.4%
Black
<1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
5.0 2 Reviews
5.0 Works Here
3/13/2025
I have worked here for over 3 years. It's been a great experience. The staff I have all worked at that school for many years which matters and makes a difference.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.9 30 Reviews
5.0 parent
11/17/2025
My experience has been nothing but positive! The community is diverse both the student body as well as the teachers. The classrooms are set up with different themes that engage students.
5.0 parent
11/17/2025
My experience at this school has been wonderful. Staff and teachers care so much about students. There is so much diversity in the student body as well as the staff. Each class room is decorated with a different theme to engage students.
1.0 student
6/15/2025
I went to this school from the early grades all the way through 8th grade, and to be honest, I had a really hard time there. I often felt ignored—both academically and socially. Most of the teachers didn’t seem to care whether we were actually learning or not. If you struggled, it was like you were...
principal
5/5/2025
I began teaching at North Valley Academy 11 years ago. Coming from a large school district, I was immediately inspired by the close-knit, supportive community where many students attend from PreK through 8th grade.Our campus is beautiful, featuring a garden bed for each class, a gym, and a track. Th...

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North Valley Academy is a charter school for students in grades Pre-K-8 located at 7939 4th St NW in Los Ranchos De Albuquerque, in the Los Ranchos De Albuquerque neighborhood. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 439 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 9:1. Academic records show that 22% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 30% are proficient in reading. North Valley Academy has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $518,525. Discover additional schools in the area, like Corrales International, Cottonwood Classical Preparatory School, The Great Academy, and more. Learn more about what Los Ranchos De Albuquerque has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near North Valley Academy.

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