Serving 601 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Colinas Del Norte Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 601 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Math Proficiency: 31%
- Reading Proficiency: 28%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Colinas Del Norte Elementary School's student population of 601 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
601 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Colinas Del Norte Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)31%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)28%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
4%
12%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
62%
62%
Black
2%
2%
White
25%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Colinas Del Norte Elementary School often compared to?
Colinas Del Norte Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cielo Azul Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% NM state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% NM state average).
How many students attend Colinas Del Norte Elementary School?
601 students attend Colinas Del Norte Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Colinas Del Norte Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Colinas Del Norte Elementary School?
Colinas Del Norte Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Colinas Del Norte Elementary School offer ?
Colinas Del Norte Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Colinas Del Norte Elementary School part of?
Colinas Del Norte Elementary School is part of Rio Rancho Public Schools School District.
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