Serving 34 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Duranes 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 20-29% (which is approximately equal to the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 34 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Duranes Elementary School's student population of 34 students has declined by 74% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
34 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Duranes 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 Duranes Elementary School is 0.56, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#440 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
13:1
American Indian
9%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
62%
63%
Black
6%
2%
White
23%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
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 Duranes Elementary School's ranking?
Duranes Elementary School is ranked #440 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Duranes Elementary School often compared to?
Duranes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lew Wallace Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Duranes Elementary School?
34 students attend Duranes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Duranes Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 9% of students are American Indian, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Duranes Elementary School?
Duranes Elementary School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Duranes Elementary School offer ?
Duranes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Duranes Elementary School part of?
Duranes Elementary School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Duranes Elementary School located?
Duranes 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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