Dennis Chavez Elementary School
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 530 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 1% in NM)
- Reading Proficiency: 51%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dennis Chavez Elementary School's ranking?
Dennis Chavez Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for: Most diverse schools (Top 10%).
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% NM state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% NM state average).
How many students attend Dennis Chavez Elementary School?
530 students attend Dennis Chavez Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Dennis Chavez Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dennis Chavez Elementary School?
Dennis Chavez Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dennis Chavez Elementary School offer ?
Dennis Chavez Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Dennis Chavez Elementary School part of?
Dennis Chavez Elementary School is part of Albuquerque Public Schools School District.
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