Serving 820 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Tierra Antigua Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% 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: 820 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 1% in NM)
- Reading Proficiency: 42%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tierra Antigua Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Tierra Antigua Elementary School's student population of 820 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
820 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Tierra Antigua Elementary School is 0.57, 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)
(18-19)47%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)42%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
4%
12%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
60%
62%
Black
2%
2%
White
26%
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
20%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Tierra Antigua Elementary School often compared to?
Tierra Antigua Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ventana Ranch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% NM state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% NM state average).
How many students attend Tierra Antigua Elementary School?
820 students attend Tierra Antigua Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Tierra Antigua Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tierra Antigua Elementary School?
Tierra Antigua Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tierra Antigua Elementary School offer ?
Tierra Antigua Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Tierra Antigua Elementary School part of?
Tierra Antigua Elementary School is part of Albuquerque Public Schools School District.
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