Serving 212 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Alameda 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 15-19% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 212 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Alameda Elementary serves the northeast part of Albuquerque, NM, covering an area of approximately 5.1 square miles. Most families can expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alameda Elementary School's student population of 212 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
212 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alameda Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alameda Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#543 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
7%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
82%
63%
Black
1%
2%
White
8%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)62.7%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alameda Elementary School's ranking?
Alameda Elementary School is ranked #543 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Alameda Elementary School often compared to?
Alameda Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emerson Elementary School, Montezuma Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Alameda Elementary School?
212 students attend Alameda Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Alameda Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 7% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alameda Elementary School?
Alameda Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Alameda Elementary School offer ?
Alameda Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alameda Elementary School part of?
Alameda Elementary School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Alameda Elementary School located?
Alameda Elementary School is located in the Alamedan Valley neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 5 other public schools located in Alamedan Valley.
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