INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL AT MESA DEL SOL

INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL AT MESA DEL SOL is a Title I public charter school that is part of the ALBUQUERQUE school district, located in ALBUQUERQUE, NM with about 313 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 9th 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 30 teachers, INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL AT MESA DEL SOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

The INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL AT MESA DEL SOL (ISMS) is a public charter school in Albuquerque, New Mexico, that serves students from kindergarten through 12th grade. The school is distinct for its focus on the International Baccalaureate (IB) framework, offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP). This curriculum is designed to foster critical thinking, global awareness, and academic rigor, preparing students to be lifelong learners who are competitive in a global society.

Beyond its academic curriculum, the school emphasizes a holistic approach to education that integrates the arts, technology, and community service. Located in the Mesa del Sol community, the school environment is structured to support personalized learning and collaborative projects. By focusing on international-mindedness and inquiry-based instruction, ISMS aims to cultivate students who are not only intellectually capable but also socially responsible and well-prepared for success in higher education and their future professional careers.

For more information, contact INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL AT MESA DEL SOL at (505) 508-3295 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.