Serving 382 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Alamosa 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 8% (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 11:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Alamosa Elementary serves a central area in Albuquerque, NM, covering approximately 1.3 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone about 1 mile from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alamosa Elementary School's student population of 382 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
382 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Alamosa 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 Alamosa Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#765 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
24%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
3%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
91%
63%
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Black
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
4%
19%
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Two or more races
1%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)57.1%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alamosa Elementary School's ranking?
Alamosa Elementary School is ranked #765 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% 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 Alamosa Elementary School?
382 students attend Alamosa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Alamosa Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alamosa Elementary School?
Alamosa Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Alamosa Elementary School offer ?
Alamosa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alamosa Elementary School part of?
Alamosa Elementary School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Alamosa Elementary School located?
Alamosa Elementary School is located in the Alamosa neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 1 other public schools located in Alamosa.
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