Serving 298 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dolores Gonzales Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 20-24% (which is approximately equal to 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 9:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dolores Gonzales Elementary serves the east part of Albuquerque, NM, encompassing an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a driving time of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dolores Gonzales Elementary School's student population of 298 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
298 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We are a historic, diverse, multicultural and multilingual community of learners and educators who fiercely love, guide, and educate all students as we grow together.
School Rankings
Dolores Gonzales 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 Dolores Gonzales Elementary School is 0.23, 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
#464 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
87%
63%
White
10%
19%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dolores Gonzales Elementary School's ranking?
Dolores Gonzales Elementary School is ranked #464 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?
20-24% 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 Dolores Gonzales Elementary School?
298 students attend Dolores Gonzales Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Dolores Gonzales Elementary School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dolores Gonzales Elementary School?
Dolores Gonzales Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dolores Gonzales Elementary School offer ?
Dolores Gonzales Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dolores Gonzales Elementary School part of?
Dolores Gonzales Elementary School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Dolores Gonzales Elementary School located?
Dolores Gonzales Elementary School is located in the Barelas neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 1 other public schools located in Barelas.
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