Serving 229 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Griegos Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 229 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Griegos Elementary serves the northern part of Albuquerque, NM, covering an attendance area of approximately 2.2 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 0.8 miles to the nearest edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 1.8 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Griegos Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Griegos Elementary School's student population of 229 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
229 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Griegos Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Griegos Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#201 out of 796 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
24%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
11%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
80%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
17%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.7%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
Showing 2008–2024. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Griegos Elementary School's ranking?
Griegos Elementary School is ranked #201 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Griegos Elementary School often compared to?
Griegos Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Georgia O'keeffe Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Griegos Elementary School?
229 students attend Griegos Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Griegos Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Griegos Elementary School?
Griegos Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Griegos Elementary School offer ?
Griegos Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Griegos Elementary School part of?
Griegos Elementary School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Griegos Elementary School located?
Griegos Elementary School is located in the Los Griegos neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 1 other public schools located in Los Griegos.
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