Serving 247 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cochiti 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 10-14% (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 11:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 247 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cochiti Elementary serves the northeast part of Albuquerque, NM, encompassing an area of approximately 2.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cochiti Elementary School's student population of 247 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
247 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cochiti 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 Cochiti Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#608 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
85%
63%
Black
4%
2%
White
5%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.3%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cochiti Elementary School's ranking?
Cochiti Elementary School is ranked #608 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?
10-14% 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 Cochiti Elementary School?
247 students attend Cochiti Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Cochiti Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cochiti Elementary School?
Cochiti Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cochiti Elementary School offer ?
Cochiti Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cochiti Elementary School part of?
Cochiti Elementary School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Cochiti Elementary School located?
Cochiti Elementary School is located in the Rio Grande Blvd neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 1 other public schools located in Rio Grande Blvd.
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