Serving 235 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Zuni Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is approximately equal to the New Mexico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% 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: 235 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24%
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 1% in NM)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Zuni Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Zuni Elementary School's student population of 235 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
235 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Zuni Elementary School is 0.56, which is equal to 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)20-24%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)25-29%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
7%
12%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
62%
62%
Black
2%
2%
White
23%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
10%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% NM state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% NM state average).
How many students attend Zuni Elementary School?
235 students attend Zuni Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Zuni Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 7% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Zuni Elementary School?
Zuni Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Zuni Elementary School offer ?
Zuni Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Zuni Elementary School part of?
Zuni Elementary School is part of Albuquerque Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Zuni Elementary School located?
Zuni Elementary School is located in the Vista Encantada neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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