Noteworthy Highlights from NMSA Charter School
Dr. Lori Ayala, Principal
College Acceptance
So far, 87% of seniors have reported college acceptances, with many gaining admission to UNM and NMSU as other schools await decision releases in March. NMSA expects to reach 100% acceptance by April 2025. The NMSA student support team, next-step planning team, teachers, and college and career advisor are collaborating to ensure every student completes their requirements and is fully prepared to cross the finish line with success.
Scholarships
Abdiel Lopez has earned the prestigious QuestBridge Scholarship and matched with Grinnell College.
Elizabeth Bruneni is a recipient of the Davis Scholarship.
Ava du Coudray secured a $40,000-per-year scholarship to Beloit College.
These scholarships reflect the exceptional talents and achievements of NMSA students.
Fall 2024 PSAT Scores
NMSA students are outperforming statewide averages, demonstrating excellence in academics alongside the arts:
PSAT 10: NMSA students achieved a mean composite score of 917, surpassing the New Mexico state average of 816 by 101 points.
PSAT 9: Students achieved an impressive mean score of 917, outperforming the state average of 773 by 144 points.
Notably, math scores were particularly strong, with the PSAT 10 mean math score at 415, 24 points above the state average—an outstanding result in a state and nation striving to improve in mathematics. These results underscore the dedication of the NMSA math department and staff supporting literacy across disciplines.
Collaboration
The Math and Science Departments are working together on a Math Pact, aligning vocabulary and teaching practices to create consistency and support across all classes. This collaboration strengthens students’ understanding and application of concepts in both subjects.