Serving 159 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Matheson Park Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (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 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 159 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Matheson Park Elementary serves the eastern part of Albuquerque, NM, covering an area of approximately 1.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with most homes located about a mile from its edges and the furthest point being 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
School Overview
Matheson Park Elementary School's student population of 159 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
159 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Matheson Park 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 Matheson Park Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#304 out of 796 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
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%
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
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
64%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
21%
19%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
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)66.7%
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
14%
3%
Showing 2006–2024. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Mustangs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Matheson Park Elementary School's ranking?
Matheson Park Elementary School is ranked #304 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?
25-29% 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 Matheson Park Elementary School?
159 students attend Matheson Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Matheson Park Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Matheson Park Elementary School?
Matheson Park Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Matheson Park Elementary School offer ?
Matheson Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Matheson Park Elementary School part of?
Matheson Park Elementary School is part of Albuquerque School District.
In what neighborhood is Matheson Park Elementary School located?
Matheson Park Elementary School is located in the Matheson Park neighborhood of Albuquerque, NM.
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