Serving 261 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bel-air Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 261 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bel-air 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
Bel-air Elementary School's student population of 261 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
261 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bel-air Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bel-air Elementary School is 0.53, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#776 out of 810 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
13%
12%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
66%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
15%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bel-air Elementary School's ranking?
Bel-air Elementary School is ranked #776 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Bel-air Elementary School often compared to?
Bel-air Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hodgin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Bel-air Elementary School?
261 students attend Bel-air Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Bel-air Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 13% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bel-air Elementary School?
Bel-air Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bel-air Elementary School offer ?
Bel-air Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Bel-air Elementary School part of?
Bel-air Elementary School is part of Albuquerque Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Bel-air Elementary School located?
Bel-air Elementary School is located in the McKinley neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 2 other public schools located in McKinley.
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