Serving 640 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cielo Azul Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 640 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cielo Azul Elementary serves the northwest part of Rio Rancho, NM, encompassing an area of approximately 14.2 square miles. Families in this zone can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 13.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cielo Azul Elementary School's student population of 640 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
640 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
School Rankings
Cielo Azul Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cielo Azul Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#229 out of 796 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
24%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
American Indian
3%
11%
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Asian
2%
1%
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Hispanic
58%
63%
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Black
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
White
24%
19%
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Two or more races
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.2%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cielo Azul Elementary School's ranking?
Cielo Azul Elementary School is ranked #229 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Cielo Azul Elementary School often compared to?
Cielo Azul Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Martin King Jr Elementary School, Rio Rancho Elementary School, Colinas Del Norte Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Cielo Azul Elementary School?
640 students attend Cielo Azul Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Cielo Azul Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cielo Azul Elementary School?
Cielo Azul Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cielo Azul Elementary School offer ?
Cielo Azul Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cielo Azul Elementary School part of?
Cielo Azul Elementary School is part of Rio Rancho School District.
In what neighborhood is Cielo Azul Elementary School located?
Cielo Azul Elementary School is located in the Paseo Gateway West neighborhood of Rio Rancho, NM.
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