Serving 1,099 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, George I Sanchez 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 13% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,099 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George I Sanchez ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
George I Sanchez's student population of 1,099 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,099 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
School Rankings
George I Sanchez ranks within the bottom 50% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George I Sanchez is 0.26, 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
#593 out of 810 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
12%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
86%
62%
Black
3%
2%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George I Sanchez's ranking?
George I Sanchez is ranked #593 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are George I Sanchez often compared to?
George I Sanchezis often viewed alongside schools like Carlos Rey Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend George I Sanchez?
1,099 students attend George I Sanchez.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of George I Sanchez students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of George I Sanchez?
George I Sanchez has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does George I Sanchez offer ?
George I Sanchez offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is George I Sanchez part of?
George I Sanchez is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is George I Sanchez located?
George I Sanchez is located in the Southwest Mesa neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 1 other public schools located in Southwest Mesa.
School Reviews
1 3/2/2019
Teachers do not communicate very well or at all. The staff is not very well informed and the administration does not properly inform parents of available opportunities to help their children.
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