Serving 329 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 13% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 329 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Top 1% in NM)
- Reading Proficiency: 11%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gov Bent Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Gov Bent Elementary School's student population of 329 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
329 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Gov Bent Elementary School is 0.65, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)13%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)11%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
17%
12%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
54%
62%
Black
5%
2%
White
17%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% NM state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% NM state average).
How many students attend Gov Bent Elementary School?
329 students attend Gov Bent Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Gov Bent Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are American Indian, 17% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% 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 14:1.
What grades does Gov Bent Elementary School offer ?
Gov Bent Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Gov Bent Elementary School part of?
Gov Bent Elementary School is part of Albuquerque Public Schools 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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