Serving 339 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gov Bent Elementary School 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 10-14% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower 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 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 339 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: GOV BENT ELEMENTARY serves the northeast part of Albuquerque, NM, covering an area of approximately 1.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gov Bent Elementary School's student population of 339 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
339 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Motto
A Community School
School Rankings
Gov Bent 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 Gov Bent Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#655 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
16%
11%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
56%
63%
Black
4%
2%
White
15%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.8%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gov Bent Elementary School's ranking?
Gov Bent Elementary School is ranked #655 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Gov Bent Elementary School?
339 students attend Gov Bent Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Gov Bent Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are American Indian, 15% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gov Bent Elementary School?
Gov Bent Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gov Bent Elementary School offer ?
Gov Bent Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gov Bent Elementary School part of?
Gov Bent Elementary School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Gov Bent Elementary School located?
Gov Bent Elementary School is located in the Montgomery Park neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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