Serving 325 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Comanche 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 25-29% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher 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 70% 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-5
- Enrollment: 325 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Comanche Elementary serves the northeast part of Albuquerque, NM, within an attendance zone of approximately 1.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive to the school of 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Comanche Elementary School's student population of 325 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
325 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
An Open Door, An Open Mind, An Open Heart
School Rankings
Comanche 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 Comanche Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#231 out of 796 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
24%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
9%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
50%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
30%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.2%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
3%
Showing 2008–2024. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Comanche Elementary School's ranking?
Comanche Elementary School is ranked #231 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Comanche Elementary School?
325 students attend Comanche Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Comanche Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 9% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Comanche Elementary School?
Comanche Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Comanche Elementary School offer ?
Comanche Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Comanche Elementary School part of?
Comanche Elementary School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Comanche Elementary School located?
Comanche Elementary School is located in the Stardust Skies Park neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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