Serving 241 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Macarthur Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% 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: 241 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Douglas MacArthur Elementary serves the northeast part of Albuquerque, NM, covering an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Families within this zone typically experience a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with distances to the zone's edge averaging around 0.5 miles and extending up to 0.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Macarthur Elementary School's student population of 241 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
241 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Macarthur Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Macarthur Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#265 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
24%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
82%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
10%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. 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)32.8%
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
5%
3%
Showing 2006–2024. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Coyotes
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Macarthur Elementary School's ranking?
Macarthur Elementary School is ranked #265 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Macarthur Elementary School?
241 students attend Macarthur Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Macarthur Elementary School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Macarthur Elementary School?
Macarthur Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Macarthur Elementary School offer ?
Macarthur Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Macarthur Elementary School part of?
Macarthur Elementary School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Macarthur Elementary School located?
Macarthur Elementary School is located in the South Guadalupe Trail neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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