Serving 630 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sandia Vista Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 630 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Math Proficiency: 44%
- Reading Proficiency: 34%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sandia Vista Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Sandia Vista Elementary School's student population of 630 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
630 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Sandia Vista Elementary School is 0.63, which is more 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)44%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)34%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
7%
12%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
53%
62%
Black
2%
2%
White
29%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
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 Sandia Vista Elementary School often compared to?
Sandia Vista Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Double Eagle Elementary School, Vista Grande Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% NM state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% NM state average).
How many students attend Sandia Vista Elementary School?
630 students attend Sandia Vista Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Sandia Vista Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 7% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sandia Vista Elementary School?
Sandia Vista Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sandia Vista Elementary School offer ?
Sandia Vista Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Sandia Vista Elementary School part of?
Sandia Vista Elementary School is part of Rio Rancho Public Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 2/4/2021
This school has been great for my 5th grader! We moved from APS and my son couldn''t be happier.
1 5/19/2020
Eight years (two kids), three principles, and a new one next year. Out of eight years dealing with this school, my kids had three good teachers. I am so happy to try a new school for my son. My family leaves this school after eight years with far more negative experiences, than positive.
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