TURQUOISE TRAIL CHARTER SCHOOL

TURQUOISE TRAIL CHARTER SCHOOL is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the TURQUOISE TRAIL CHARTER SCHOOL school district, located in SANTA FE, NM with about 495 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 31 teachers, TURQUOISE TRAIL CHARTER SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

TURQUOISE TRAIL CHARTER SCHOOL (TTCS), located in Santa Fe, New Mexico, is a public charter school serving students from kindergarten through eighth grade. Nestled in a rural setting, the school emphasizes a holistic approach to education that integrates rigorous academics with the unique cultural and natural landscape of the Southwest. Their educational philosophy focuses on fostering a community-centered environment where small class sizes and personalized instruction allow teachers to address the individual learning styles and social-emotional needs of their students.

Beyond core subjects like mathematics, literacy, and science, TTCS distinguishes itself through a strong commitment to experiential learning and the arts. The school frequently utilizes its surrounding environment as a "living classroom," encouraging students to engage in hands-on projects that bridge the gap between classroom theory and real-world application. By prioritizing inclusivity, character development, and a collaborative partnership between families and faculty, TURQUOISE TRAIL CHARTER SCHOOL aims to cultivate well-rounded, inquisitive learners who are prepared for the challenges of high school and beyond.

For more information, contact TURQUOISE TRAIL CHARTER SCHOOL at (505) 986-4000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

13A SAN MARCOS LOOP
SANTA FE, NM 87508
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TURQUOISE TRAIL CHARTER SCHOOL is a public Title I Charter school in SANTA FE, NM with about 495 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New Mexico

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
Yes
PUBLIC EDUCATION COMMISSION
Total Students:
495
Teachers:
31.66
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 495 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending TURQUOISE TRAIL CHARTER SCHOOL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 72% of the student body.

Hispanic/Latino
71.7%
White
23.4%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.6%
Asian
1.4%
Two or more races
1.0%
Black or African American
0.6%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%

Female
46.3%
Male
53.7%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.