Serving 644 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 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (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 20:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 644 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cielo Azul Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Cielo Azul Elementary School's student population of 644 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
644 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Cielo Azul Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 810 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
#193 out of 810 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
57%
62%
Black
4%
2%
White
26%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cielo Azul Elementary School's ranking?
Cielo Azul Elementary School is ranked #193 out of 810 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% 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?
644 students attend Cielo Azul Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Cielo Azul Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cielo Azul Elementary School?
Cielo Azul Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, 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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