Serving 428 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Aspen Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 428 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Aspen Elementary serves the northeast part of Los Alamos, NM, covering an area of approximately 4.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 1.2 miles to the edge of the attendance area and a maximum distance of 3.9 miles to its furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aspen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Aspen Elementary School's student population of 428 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
428 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Aspen Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aspen Elementary School is 0.62, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#24 out of 796 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
24%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
38%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
49%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.8%
43.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aspen Elementary School's ranking?
Aspen Elementary School is ranked #24 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Aspen Elementary School often compared to?
Aspen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mountain Elementary School, Barranca Mesa Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Aspen Elementary School?
428 students attend Aspen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Aspen Elementary School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Aspen Elementary School?
Aspen Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Aspen Elementary School offer ?
Aspen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Aspen Elementary School part of?
Aspen Elementary School is part of Los Alamos School District.
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