Serving 194 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Los Ranchos 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 6-9% (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 8:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 194 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Los Ranchos Elementary serves the northeast part of Albuquerque, NM, covering an area of approximately 3.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Los Ranchos Elementary School's student population of 194 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
194 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Roadrunners! | A Community School
School Rankings
Los Ranchos 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 Los Ranchos 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
#733 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
24%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
81%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
13%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)68.6%
43.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
6%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Los Ranchos Elementary School's ranking?
Los Ranchos Elementary School is ranked #733 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?
6-9% 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 Los Ranchos Elementary School?
194 students attend Los Ranchos Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Los Ranchos Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 4% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Los Ranchos Elementary School?
Los Ranchos Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Los Ranchos Elementary School offer ?
Los Ranchos Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Los Ranchos Elementary School part of?
Los Ranchos Elementary School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Los Ranchos Elementary School located?
Los Ranchos Elementary School is located in the Alamedan Valley neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM. There are 5 other public schools located in Alamedan Valley.
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